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CB6 1HY
Sail View, Littleport, Ely, East Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire
East Cambridgeshire
CB6 1HY is a scattered rural hamlet, Favoured by middle-aged residents where smaller properties are the norm, perfect for regular travellers, and is neither particularly safe nor unsafe. This postcode is with limited shopping options nearby, noted for its limited healthcare services, and where job opportunities can be limited. Commuters particularly value its exceptional transport links.
Littleport, Ely, East Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire
Key Stats
Households
153
Male: N/a, Female: N/a
Household Income
£46,000
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)

Postcode Sector
Cambridge

Population
People

Population Density
People/km2

Average Income
Per household
Affordability
8 / 10
Crime & Safety
4 / 10
Amenities
4 / 10
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about CB6 1HY?
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Where is CB6 1HY?
Approximate address:
Sail View, Littleport, Ely, East Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire
The postcode CB6 1HY is located in the East Cambridgeshire area, part of the district, and classed as a Rural: Hamlets and Isolated Dwellings area.
CB6 1HY is a postcode within a very small settlement with standalone homes scattered across sparsely populated rural areas, characterised by a high degree of seclusion, extensive natural landscapes, and a quiet, intimate community life.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (E01018043) and OA (E00091013) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.


Location
East Cambridgeshire
Coordinates
52.448558, 0.299491
Easting/Northing
556368, 0285884
Grid Ref
Parliamentary Constituency
Local Authority
East Cambridgeshire
Population Density
87 km²
Coordinates
52.448558, 0.299491
Easting/Northing
556368, 0285884
Grid Ref
Parliamentary Constituency
Local Authority
East Cambridgeshire
Population Density
87 km²
Area Codes
Output area: E00091013
OA Code
E00091013
LSOA Code
E01018043
MSOA Code
E02003732
Ward
E05011568
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000059
Rural/Urban Code
F1 - Rural: Hamlets and Isolated Dwellings
OA Code
E00091013
LSOA Code
E01018043
MSOA Code
E02003732
Ward
E05011568
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000059
Rural/Urban Code
F1 - Rural: Hamlets and Isolated Dwellings

Demographics
Who lives in the CB6 1HY neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
With an AB Social Grade score of 0, CB6 1HY has no residents in higher managerial or professional occupations, reflecting a community focused on other occupational sectors.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
An Education Score of 3/10 reflects a modest proportion of residents with higher educational qualifications, within a community with varied educational backgrounds.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
With a Credit Status Score of 9/10, this area boasts excellent credit ratings, indicative of a prosperous community with strong financial health and economic stability.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the CB6 1HY neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
Scoring 8/10 in Housing Affordability, this postcode offers very favourable conditions for buyers, where the cost of housing is comfortably matched by average household incomes.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
Renters in CB6 1HY benefit from strong affordability, with housing costs comfortably matched to local incomes, easing the financial burden on households.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Investors may find limited appeal here, as property yields are below average, making it challenging to achieve substantial returns on investment.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the CB6 1HY postcode?
Transport Score
Transport access is outstanding in CB6 1HY, with frequent public transport services and plenty of parking, providing seamless connectivity for residents and commuters.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Commuting is fairly convenient here, with plenty of local job opportunities reducing the need for long-distance travel, making journeys to work shorter.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
Car availability is moderate in CB6 1HY, with a reasonable number of households having access to one vehicle, while others may rely on alternative modes of transport.
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Amenities Scorecard
What amenities and leisure facilities are available near the CB6 1HY postcode?
Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
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Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
Many in the CB6 1HY postcode have low levels of education, typically achieving no more than Level 1 qualifications, suggesting limited formal education.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
Childcare options are extremely limited in CB6 1HY, with no nearby services available for families in need of childminders or preschools.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
The CB6 1HY area offers minimal access to further education, with only one or two institutions within reach, requiring most students to travel further afield.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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Nearby Postcodes & Towns
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