Ness Road is in Burwell, Cambridge and in East Cambridgeshire district. CB5 0DA is located in the Burwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ness Road, Burwell, Cambridge, CB5 0DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB25 0DA, CB5 0DQ, CB25 0DQ, CB25 0RF, CB25 0DN, CB25 0DE, CB25 0DG, CB25 0DH, CB25 0AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CB5 0DA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 48.4% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.6% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 CB5 0DA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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 | 28% | 29.8% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 52.3% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8.5% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 7.7% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 (86%) 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 | 54.3% | 50.3% | -4.0% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 35.7% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 13% | 11.4% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 17.9% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.9% | 12.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 15.8% | -4.7% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 9.4% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 16.2% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 27.8% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.7% | 95.4% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 96.6% | 91.9% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 5.9% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 91.9% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ness Road was 18.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.0% lower than the Burwell average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Ness Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Burwell and the 33rd lowest crime rate of 244 local areas in East Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plot 3 79 - 81 Ness Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2009-04-30 | £622,025 |
| Plot 3 79 - 81 Ness Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2007-02-09 | £336,981 |
| 103A Ness Road, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £30,000 | 1996-10-14 | £189,716 |
CB5 0DA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CB5 0DA 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 675 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exning Primary School Oxford Street , Exning CB8 7EW | 3out of 4 | 3,338 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swaffham Prior Church of England Primary School Station Road , Swaffham Prior CB25 0LG | 1out of 4 | 4,538 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laureate Community Academy Exning Road , CB8 0AN | 3out of 4 | 5,155 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 698 yd | |
| Village Green Coffee Shop | 105 The Causeway, Burwell | 733 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Anchor | 63 North Street, Burwell | 698 yd | |
| The Fox PH | 2 North Street, Burwell | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charley's Chippy | 40 The Causeway, Burwell | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 5 North Street, Burwell | 698 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burwell Community Sports Centre Ltd BUNTINGS PATH | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 559 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.