We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Chatteris in Fenland 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 Chatteris older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Chatteris and Fenland? Is Chatteris an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Chatteris Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Chatteris 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 | The Mills | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 21.8% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 12.76% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 15.91% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.42% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 17.88% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 21.37% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Chatteris & Fenland 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 Chatteris in the Fenland local area district.
Chatteris has a lower rate of immigrants than Fenland, the East of England region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| The Mills | 89.8% | 10.2% |
| Fenland | 87.54% | 12.46% |
| East | 85.09% | 14.91% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Chatteris compared to other wards in Fenland
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medworth | 61.36% | 38.64% |
| 2 | Clarkson | 61.57% | 38.43% |
| 3 | Waterlees Village | 70.84% | 29.16% |
| 4 | Octavia Hill | 72.16% | 27.84% |
| 5 | Kirkgate | 79.05% | 20.95% |
| 6 | Staithe | 80.98% | 19.02% |
| 7 | Peckover | 82.75% | 17.25% |
| 8 | Slade Lode | 87.34% | 12.66% |
| 9 | The Mills | 89.8% | 10.2% |
| 10 | Wenneye | 90.02% | 9.98% |
| 11 | March North | 90.44% | 9.56% |
| 12 | March East | 90.67% | 9.33% |
| 13 | Birch | 90.98% | 9.02% |
| 14 | March West | 92.71% | 7.29% |
| 15 | Roman Bank | 93.31% | 6.69% |
| 16 | Bassenhally | 93.36% | 6.64% |
| 17 | St Andrews | 93.58% | 6.42% |
| 18 | Stonald | 93.72% | 6.28% |
| 19 | Benwick, Coates & Eastrea | 94.02% | 5.98% |
| 20 | Parson Drove & Wisbech St Mary | 94.19% | 5.81% |
| 21 | Doddington & Wimblington | 94.21% | 5.79% |
| 22 | Lattersey | 94.33% | 5.67% |
| 23 | Elm & Christchurch | 94.61% | 5.39% |
| 24 | Manea | 94.63% | 5.37% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Chatteris Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in The Mills.| 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)
Chatteris Health Statistics
The Mills has a significantly lower proportion of residents (>5%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mills | 41.73% | 38.25% | 14.78% | 4.27% | 0.97% |
| Fenland | 40.27% | 37.48% | 15.87% | 4.94% | 1.44% |
| 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 Fenland changed since 2011?
Fenland residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 0.47% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 39.45% | 37.83% | 16.54% | 4.82% | 1.36% |
| 2021 | 40.27% | 37.48% | 15.87% | 4.94% | 1.44% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Chatteris 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 Fenland.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Fenland | 3.9% | -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 | 59.86% |
| In Part-Time Work | 21.29% |
| Unemployed | 2.44% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Chatteris?
The largest employment sector in Chatteris is Skilled Trades. The smallest employment sector is Managers, Directors & Senior Officials.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Skilled Trades | 13.57% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 13.22% |
| Elementary Occupations | 12.8% |
| Professional Occupations | 12.46% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 12.04% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 10.16% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 9.39% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 8.49% |
How many residents own or rent their home in Chatteris and Fenland
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Chatteris either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 70.86 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 29.14 of Chatteris residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| The Mills | 70.86% | 29.14% |
| Fenland | 66.81% | 33.19% |
| East | 65.23% | 34.77% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Chatteris has a higher level of home ownership than than the national average.
Chatteris compared to other wards in Fenland
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stonald | 78.76% | 21.24% |
| 2 | Doddington & Wimblington | 78.62% | 21.38% |
| 3 | Roman Bank | 78.14% | 21.86% |
| 4 | Benwick, Coates & Eastrea | 77.66% | 22.34% |
| 5 | Manea | 75.79% | 24.21% |
| 6 | Parson Drove & Wisbech St Mary | 75.18% | 24.82% |
| 7 | St Andrews (Fenland) | 74.36% | 25.64% |
| 8 | Wenneye | 73.86% | 26.14% |
| 9 | Elm & Christchurch | 73.43% | 26.57% |
| 10 | March North | 72.56% | 27.44% |
| 11 | The Mills | 70.86% | 29.14% |
| 12 | March West | 70.1% | 29.9% |
| 13 | Bassenhally | 68.21% | 31.79% |
| 14 | Birch (Fenland) | 68.09% | 31.91% |
| 15 | Kirkgate | 66% | 34% |
| 16 | Lattersey | 65.86% | 34.14% |
| 17 | Peckover | 63.33% | 36.67% |
| 18 | Slade Lode | 60.32% | 39.68% |
| 19 | March East | 59.16% | 40.84% |
| 20 | Staithe | 58.24% | 41.76% |
| 21 | Octavia Hill | 54.41% | 45.59% |
| 22 | Waterlees Village | 46.57% | 53.43% |
| 23 | Medworth | 42.5% | 57.5% |
| 24 | Clarkson | 38.41% | 61.59% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Chatteris and Fenland?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Fenland including Chatteris. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Bassenhally | 5154 |
| Benwick, Coates & Eastrea | 4613 |
| Birch | 2368 |
| Clarkson | 2821 |
| Doddington & Wimblington | 4678 |
| Elm & Christchurch | 4931 |
| Kirkgate | 2529 |
| Lattersey | 2706 |
| Manea | 2593 |
| March East | 7792 |
| March North | 7690 |
| March West | 7396 |
| Medworth | 3114 |
| Octavia Hill | 6161 |
| Parson Drove & Wisbech St Mary | 5396 |
| Peckover | 2679 |
| Roman Bank | 6661 |
| Slade Lode | 2928 |
| St Andrews | 2886 |
| Staithe | 2449 |
| Stonald | 2744 |
| The Mills | 2675 |
| Waterlees Village | 6161 |
| Wenneye | 2955 |
| Fenland Total | 102080 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
