Is CB6 3QB a safe place to live?

Yes, CB6 3QB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CB6 3QB?

The population for the CB6 3QB area is approximately 474 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis East Cambridgeshire, East of England

WHITECROSS ROAD, CB6 3QB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITECROSS ROAD, CB6 3QB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

474

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,000 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10

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6/10

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2/10

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1/10

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6/10

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4/10

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1/10

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8/10

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10/10

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Area Character

CB6 3QB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB6 3QB is a safe, established residential area on Whitecross Road, 1.1km from Grunty Fen in East Cambridgeshire. Administratively it sits within Stretham ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.

For families considering a move, CB6 3QB represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CB6 3QB are sourced from Output Area E00091074 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB6 3QB. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

37%Active

FT: 23%

Unemployed: 4%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

CB6 3QB has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

Stretham Community Primary School

Good163 pupils1.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Ely5.0 km
Waterbeach11.1 km
Littleport13.4 km