Bridewell Road is in Cambridge and in Cambridge district. CB1 9EN is located in the Cherry Hinton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Cambridge. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridewell Road, Cambridge, CB1 9EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB1 9EP, CB1 9EY, CB1 9YW, CB1 9ES, CB1 9EU, CB1 9YL, CB1 9EW, CB1 9YR, CB1 9YT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB1 9EN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 54.3% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 46.4% | 45.7% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CB1 9EN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.7% | 44.4% | 12.7% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 39.8% | -13.4% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 8.1% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 4.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.7% | 54.7% | 7.0% | 48.4% | 6.3% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 35.3% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 8.8% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 14.2% | -10.4% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.1% | 8.8% | 1.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 13.8% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 11.2% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 45.8% | 13.3% | 33.8% | 12.0% |
| Other | 9.5% | 1.5% | -8.0% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 3.8% |
| Indian | 13% | 5.7% | -7.3% | 3.1% | 2.6% |
| Other Asian | 6.2% | 7.5% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 71.8% | 68.4% | -3.4% | 81.4% | -13.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 3.3% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 57.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61% | 57.4% | -3.6% | 83.2% | -25.8% |
| European Union | 11.8% | 17.7% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 11.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 4.2% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 3.4% |
| Africa | 5% | 3.3% | -1.7% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 19.2% | 17.4% | -1.8% | 5.6% | 11.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 60.7% | 57.7% | -3.0% | 83.2% | -25.5% |
| 10+ Years | 5.9% | 17.5% | 11.6% | 9.8% | 7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 11.1% | 9.1% | -2.0% | 2.9% | 6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 12.4% | 10% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 7.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.9% | 5.7% | -4.2% | 1.9% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.3% | 76.7% | -15.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 3.3% | 0.4% | 2.9% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Romania | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| Turkey | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North Africa | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 3% | 1.7% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridewell Road was 48.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.5% lower than the Cherry Hinton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridewell Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Cherry Hinton and the 129th lowest crime rate of 395 local areas in Cambridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Bridewell Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-03-28 | £376,879 |
| 29 Bridewell Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-12-10 | £292,507 |
| 81 Bridewell Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-08-29 | £409,461 |
| 53A Bridewell Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-07-05 | £227,589 |
| 13 Bridewell Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £293,000 | 2024-05-31 | £276,958 |
CB1 9EN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 120 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homerton Early Years Centre Holbrook Road , CB1 7ST | 4out of 4 | 2,622 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Fields Nursery School Galfrid Road , CB5 8ND | 3out of 4 | 3,089 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunswick Nursery School Young Street , CB1 2LZ | 4out of 4 | 4,109 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colville Primary School Colville Road , Cherry Hinton CB1 9EJ | - not rated | 385 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bewick Bridge Community Primary School Fulbourn Old Drift , Cherry Hinton CB1 9ND | 3out of 4 | 560 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherry Hinton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School High Street , Cherry Hinton CB1 9HH | 3out of 4 | 646 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Spinney Primary School Hayster Drive , Cherry Hinton CB1 9PB | 2out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Emma Primary School Gunhild Way , CB1 8QY | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Netherhall School Queen Edith's Way , CB1 8NN | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Netherhall School Queen Edith's Way , CB1 8NN | - not rated | 1,368 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Inter-Church School Birdwood Road , CB1 3TD | 4out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Inter-Church School Birdwood Road , CB1 3TD | - not rated | 1,519 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coleridge Community College Radegund Road , CB1 3RJ | - not rated | 2,357 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road , CB2 8PE | - not rated | 3,396 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hills Road Sixth Form College Hills Road , CB2 8PE | - not rated | 3,396 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge Maths School 119 Mill Road , CB1 2AZ | - not rated | 3,486 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Road Sixth Form College Long Road , CB2 8PX | - not rated | 3,691 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Road Sixth Form College Long Road , CB2 8PX | - not rated | 3,691 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge International School Cherry Hinton Hall , Cherry Hinton Road CB1 8DW | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambridge International School Cherry Hinton Hall , Cherry Hinton Road CB1 8DW | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holme Court School Cherry Hinton Hall , Cherry Hinton Road CB1 8DW | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilgrim Pathways School Block 19 , Ida Darwin CB21 5EE | 4out of 4 | 1,464 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Windmill Special School Hinton Road , Fulbourn CB1 5DZ | - not rated | 2,020 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Water Plc | 90 Fulbourn Road | 402 yd | |
| The Cafe | Tesco Superstore Yarrow Road | 470 yd | |
| T(n)S Catering | 110 Fulbourn Road | 473 yd | |
| Indish | 43 High Street, Cherry Hinton | 623 yd | |
| The Edge Cafe @ Fulbourn | Fulbourn Hospital Cambridge Road | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eating Inn | Robin Hood, 1 Fulbourn Road | 673 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Red Lion, 20 Mill End Road | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorringtons Ltd | 100 High Street, Cherry Hinton | 577 yd | |
| Cherry House | 53 High Street, Cherry Hinton | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Superstore Yarrow Road | 470 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cherry Hinton Playing Fields CHEQUERS CLOSE | grass pitches | 378 yd |
| Cherry Hinton Village Leisure Centre COLVILLE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 517 yd |
| Fulbourn Sports And Social Club (Closed) Cambridge Road | grass pitches | 857 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.2% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.