We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Comberton in South Cambridgeshire from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Comberton older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Comberton and South Cambridgeshire? Is Comberton an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Comberton Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of South Cambridgeshire.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| South Cambridgeshire | 1.8% | -0.1% |
| East of England | 3% | -0.3% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 60.78% |
| In Part-Time Work | 25.81% |
| Unemployed | 2.79% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Comberton?
The largest employment sector in Comberton is Professional Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Process Plant & Machine Operatives.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Professional Occupations | 38.27% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 17.04% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 13.32% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 7% |
| Skilled Trades | 6.81% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 6.18% |
| Elementary Occupations | 4.62% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 2.76% |
How many residents own or rent their home in Comberton and South Cambridgeshire
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Comberton either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 71.26 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 28.74 of Comberton residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Harston & Comberton | 71.26% | 28.74% |
| South Cambridgeshire | 68.9% | 31.1% |
| East | 65.23% | 34.77% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Comberton has a higher level of home ownership than than the national average.
Comberton compared to other wards in South Cambridgeshire
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hardwick | 78.92% | 21.08% |
| 2 | Foxton | 77.73% | 22.27% |
| 3 | The Mordens | 75.36% | 24.64% |
| 4 | Bar Hill | 75.19% | 24.81% |
| 5 | Gamlingay | 74.83% | 25.17% |
| 6 | Cottenham | 73.9% | 26.1% |
| 7 | Balsham | 73.87% | 26.13% |
| 8 | Swavesey | 73.45% | 26.55% |
| 9 | Whittlesford | 73.12% | 26.88% |
| 10 | Caldecote | 72.46% | 27.54% |
| 11 | Girton | 71.92% | 28.08% |
| 12 | Harston & Comberton | 71.26% | 28.74% |
| 13 | Linton (South Cambridgeshire) | 70.8% | 29.2% |
| 14 | Barrington | 70.2% | 29.8% |
| 15 | Bassingbourn | 70.05% | 29.95% |
| 16 | Shelford | 69.68% | 30.32% |
| 17 | Melbourn | 68.09% | 31.91% |
| 18 | Milton & Waterbeach | 65.65% | 34.35% |
| 19 | Fen Ditton & Fulbourn | 61.03% | 38.97% |
| 20 | Histon & Impington | 60.55% | 39.45% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Comberton Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Comberton residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | Harston & Comberton | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 9.41% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 5.94% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 10.07% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.84% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 11.99% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 57% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Comberton Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Harston & Comberton.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Comberton & South Cambridgeshire Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Comberton in the South Cambridgeshire local area district.
| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Harston & Comberton | 80.63% | 19.37% |
| South Cambridgeshire | 83.84% | 16.16% |
| East | 85.09% | 14.91% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Comberton compared to other wards in South Cambridgeshire
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fen Ditton & Fulbourn | 75.11% | 24.89% |
| 2 | Bar Hill | 78% | 22% |
| 3 | Histon & Impington | 79.31% | 20.69% |
| 4 | Girton | 79.48% | 20.52% |
| 5 | Milton & Waterbeach | 79.63% | 20.37% |
| 6 | Harston & Comberton | 80.63% | 19.37% |
| 7 | Shelford | 81.56% | 18.44% |
| 8 | Hardwick | 84.89% | 15.11% |
| 9 | Caldecote | 86% | 14% |
| 10 | Whittlesford | 87.53% | 12.47% |
| 11 | Cottenham | 87.64% | 12.36% |
| 12 | Swavesey | 89.08% | 10.92% |
| 13 | Linton | 90.64% | 9.36% |
| 14 | Foxton | 91.44% | 8.56% |
| 15 | Melbourn | 91.64% | 8.36% |
| 16 | Bassingbourn | 91.79% | 8.21% |
| 17 | Balsham | 92.24% | 7.76% |
| 18 | Barrington | 92.37% | 7.63% |
| 19 | The Mordens | 92.73% | 7.27% |
| 20 | Gamlingay | 95.04% | 4.96% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Comberton Health Statistics
Harston & Comberton has significantly more residents (>5%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harston & Comberton | 54% | 32.39% | 10.42% | 2.52% | 0.67% |
| South Cambridgeshire | 52.21% | 33.62% | 10.74% | 2.66% | 0.77% |
| East | 48.28% | 34.64% | 12.5% | 3.58% | 1% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in South Cambridgeshire changed since 2011?
South Cambridgeshire residents who describe their health as either good or very good has decreased by 0.34% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 52.46% | 33.71% | 10.62% | 2.51% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | 52.21% | 33.62% | 10.74% | 2.66% | 0.77% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Comberton and South Cambridgeshire?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in South Cambridgeshire including Comberton. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Balsham | 3558 |
| Bar Hill | 4045 |
| Barrington | 3237 |
| Bassingbourn | 3869 |
| Caldecote | 4831 |
| Cambourne | 10544 |
| Caxton & Papworth | 6166 |
| Cottenham | 6660 |
| Duxford | 3953 |
| Fen Ditton & Fulbourn | 10809 |
| Foxton | 3381 |
| Gamlingay | 3678 |
| Girton | 5981 |
| Hardwick | 3053 |
| Harston & Comberton | 10203 |
| Histon & Impington | 12066 |
| Linton | 7361 |
| Longstanton | 6129 |
| Melbourn | 8298 |
| Milton & Waterbeach | 11360 |
| Over & Willingham | 6958 |
| Sawston | 7260 |
| Shelford | 7546 |
| Swavesey | 3625 |
| The Mordens | 3257 |
| Whittlesford | 3076 |
| South Cambridgeshire Total | 160904 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
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