Silver Street is in Burwell, Cambridge and in East Cambridgeshire district. CB25 0EF is located in the Burwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 2006-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Silver Street, Burwell, Cambridge, CB25 0EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB25 0BY, CB25 0EQ, CB25 0BA, CB25 0DJ, CB25 0EU, CB25 0BS, CB25 0DL, CB25 0AY, CB25 0AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB25 0EF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.5% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.5% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CB25 0EF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.6% | 22.3% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -15.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 60.3% | 4.1% | 44.2% | 16.1% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 9.3% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 (88.4%) 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 | 53.3% | 52.9% | -0.4% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 35.5% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 9.3% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 13.3% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 7.8% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.6% | -2.6% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 11% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 20.8% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 34.1% | 4.2% | 33.8% | 0.3% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 100% | 94.1% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 91.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.4% | 91.5% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 92.1% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Silver Street was 22.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.0% lower than the Burwell average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Silver Street has the 6th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Burwell and the 46th lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in East Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Silver Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-08-09 | £415,550 |
| 69 Silver Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2023-07-06 | £443,540 |
| 27 Silver Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £310,410 | 2022-10-21 | £325,478 |
| 35 Silver Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-08-17 | £412,426 |
| 62 Silver Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £344,000 | 2022-08-04 | £378,332 |
CB25 0EF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 122 |
| Retired | 102 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Construction | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Other | 18 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burwell Village College (Primary) The Causeway , Burwell CB25 0DU | 2out of 4 | 620 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exning Primary School Oxford Street , Exning CB8 7EW | 3out of 4 | 3,876 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swaffham Prior Church of England Primary School Station Road , Swaffham Prior CB25 0LG | 1out of 4 | 4,302 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bengal Fox | 2 North Street, Burwell | 112 yd | |
| Village Green Coffee Shop | 105 The Causeway, Burwell | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor | 63 North Street, Burwell | 112 yd | |
| The Fox PH | 2 North Street, Burwell | 112 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charley's Chippy | 40 The Causeway, Burwell | 539 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 5 North Street, Burwell | 112 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burwell Community Sports Centre Ltd BUNTINGS PATH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 369 yd |
| Burwell Recreation Ground Hythe Lane | grass pitches | 515 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 | 98.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 76.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 45.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 178.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.