Categories in Soham
Body repairCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceDoor SupplierFarmingAssisted Living FacilityCounselorComputer Repair ServiceCarpenterConstruction of buildingsConstruction of housesContractorElectricianEngineerFlooring ContractorHeating installation and repairHousing DevelopmentPainting and paint contractorsPlumbing installation and repairRoofing contractorDriving schoolsEducationGraphic DesignerPhotographerWebsite DesignerMeal TakeawayPubRestaurantsAnimal and pet storesLandscaperAccountantAtm'sBarbersBeauty salonsDog WalkerHairdresserHair SalonManicures and pedicuresPersonal TrainerPet GroomerProperty Management CompanyConvenience storesGift ShopPet Supply StoreShoppingSupermarketPlaygroundCourier ServiceTaxisUnreachable
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Soham
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Shopping other | 38 | — |
| Corporate management | 31 | — |
| Shopping | 29 | 20 years |
| Tractors and farm equipment | 24 | — |
| Restaurants | 24 | — |
| Car repair | 21 | — |
| General contractors | 17 | — |
| Beauty salons | 17 | — |
| Accountants | 15 | — |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 15 | — |
| Specialized design | 15 | — |
| Wholesale of construction supplies | 13 | 38 years |
| Electrical installation | 11 | — |
| Personal services | 11 | — |
| Construction of buildings | 11 | — |
| Hairdressers | 11 | — |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 11 | — |
| Education | 10 | — |
| Household appliances and goods | 10 | — |
| Animal and pet stores | 9 | — |
Soham Facts
| Area | 52.6 km² |
| Population | 11,651 |
| Male Population | 5,836 (50.1%) |
| Female Population | 5,815 (49.9%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +53.4% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +23.4% |
| Median Age | 38 years (Male: 37.4, Female: 38.8) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $52,215 (2022) |
| Neighborhoods | Soham, The Green |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | British Summer Time |
| Lat & Lng | 52.33543, 0.33654 |
| Postal Codes | CB7 |
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Soham Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,595 | 8,569 | 9,438 | 11,400 | 11,651 | 11,787 | 11,917 |
| Population Density | 144.5 / km² | 163 / km² | 179.6 / km² | 216.9 / km² | 221.7 / km² | 224.2 / km² | 226.7 / km² |
* Projected
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up gridSoham Population change from 2000 to 2020
Increase of 23.4% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soham | +53.4% | +36% | +23.4% |
| United Kingdom | — | — | — |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Soham Median Age
Median Age: 38 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soham | 38 yrs | 38.8 yrs | 37.4 yrs |
| United Kingdom | 39.6 yrs | 40.6 yrs | 38.5 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Soham Population Density
Population Density: 222 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soham | 11,651 | 52.6 km² | 222 / km² |
| United Kingdom | 64.5 million | 247,916.6 km² | 260 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Soham Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1200 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Soham
Postal Codes
Percentage of businesses by Postal Codes in Soham
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Soham
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Soham Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $32,127 | $34,242 | $40,489 | $43,561 | $43,797 | $46,010 | $46,035 | $52,215 |
| Total GDP | $438.8M | $477.5M | $584.5M | $665.8M | $718.4M | $802.3M | $819.9M | $934M |
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Kosonen, M. & Masoumzadeh Sayyar, S. Downscaled gridded global dataset for gross domestic product (GDP) per capita PPP over 1990–2022. Sci Data 12, 178 (2025) doi:10.1038/s41597-025-04487-x
Soham CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soham | 128,606 tn | 11.04 tn | 2,446.7 tons/km² |
| United Kingdom | 735,672,544 tn | 11.4 tn | 2,967.4 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Soham CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 128,606 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 11.04 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 2,446.7 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | High (9) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/28/15 | 10:25 PM | 3.8 | 83.7 km | 3,000 m | 1km N of Ashwell, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 4/18/14 | 6:50 AM | 3.5 | 84.3 km | 2,000 m | 1km NW of Ashwell, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 10/28/01 | 4:25 PM | 4.2 | 98.8 km | 11,600 m | England, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 1/21/99 | 11:10 AM | 3.3 | 79.5 km | 10,000 m | England, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 11/5/94 | 10:14 PM | 3 | 58.6 km | 5,000 m | England, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 2/15/94 | 10:15 AM | 4.4 | 35.1 km | 10,000 m | England, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 2/17/92 | 1:22 AM | 3.4 | 30.3 km | 10,000 m | England, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
| 5/1/87 | 6:09 AM | 3.4 | 84.7 km | 10,000 m | England, United Kingdom | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Soham
(/ˈsoʊəm/) is a small town and civil parish in the English county of Cambridgeshire. It lies just off the A142 between Ely and Newmarket (Suffolk). Its population was 10,860 (2001 census), and it is within the district of East Cambridgeshire.
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