West End is in Ely and in East Cambridgeshire district. CB6 3AY is located in the Ely West 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 West End, Ely, CB6 3AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB6 1AZ, CB6 3BB, CB6 3DQ, CB6 3BF, CB6 1AT, CB6 1AY, CB6 3AS, CB6 1AU, CB6 3BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB6 3AY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.3% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.7% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.8% | 34.9% | 6.1% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 46% | -7.6% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6% | 8.5% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 6.4% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 (87.2%) 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 | 49.5% | 54.5% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 6.1% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 32.7% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 10.9% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
In the area around CB6 3AY this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 52.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 9.5% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 6.9% | -3.4% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 9.9% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.8% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 11.2% | -0.4% | 16.9% | -5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.2% | 52.6% | 14.4% | 33.8% | 18.8% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.2% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 93.6% | 97.1% | 3.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 86.3% | 90.2% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 7% | 4.3% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 90.2% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 6.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 0.7% | -3.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West End was 69.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.6% lower than the Ely East average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
West End has the 23rd highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Ely East and the 74th highest crime rate of 244 local areas in East Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 West End, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2023-10-18 | £203,504 |
| 54 West End, Ely, Cambridgeshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2023-10-06 | £525,976 |
| 52 West End, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-07-26 | £501,208 |
| 38 West End, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-06-03 | £217,812 |
| 21 West End, Ely, Cambridgeshire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2019-07-22 | £526,942 |
CB6 3AY 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 19 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ely St John's Community Primary School St John's Road , CB6 3BW | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lantern Community Primary School Nene Road , CB6 2WL | 3out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Isle of Ely Primary School School Road , CB6 2FG | 3out of 4 | 1,699 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Meadow Infant School High Barns , CB7 4RB | 2out of 4 | 2,034 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ely St Mary's CofE Junior School High Barns , CB7 4RB | 3out of 4 | 2,139 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ely College Downham Road , CB6 2SH | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witchford Village College Manor Road , Witchford CB6 2JA | 3out of 4 | 3,152 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Ely Barton Road , CB7 4DB | - not rated | 778 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Active Learning Trust Linc 19 - 25 Downham Road , CB6 1BD | - not rated | 779 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Ely Academy Downham Road , CB6 1BD | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Fire Engine House | 25 St Marys Street, Ely | 548 yd | |
| Eat Thai Restaurant | 8 St Marys Street, Ely | 551 yd | |
| Street Cafe | 4 Coronation Parade, High Street | 688 yd | |
| Tonys | 1 High Street, Ely | 694 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 11A High Street, Ely | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End House | 16 West End, Ely | 13 yd | |
| The Prince Albert | 62 Silver Street, Ely | 536 yd | |
| The Fountain | 1 Silver Street, Ely | 536 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | 12 St Marys Street, Ely | 551 yd | |
| The Minster Tavern | 1 Minster Place, Ely | 633 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 52 - 54 St Marys Street, Ely | 368 yd | |
| New Dragon Inn | 1A Downham Road, Ely | 409 yd | |
| Millennium Pizza | 16 Chequer Lane, Ely | 747 yd | |
| Ely Kebab House | 33 Market Street, Ely | 787 yd | |
| Rumbles Fish Bar Ely | 19 Market Street, Ely | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Food Ltd | 9 The Cloisters, Ely | 964 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kings School Ely BARTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 682 yd |
| West End Fitness Centre (Closed) West End Road | health and fitness suite | 721 yd |
| Bodyline For Women (Ladies Only) (Closed) 5a 5a Buttermarket | health and fitness suite | 900 yd |
| City Of Ely Indoor Bowls Club NUTHOLT LANE | indoor bowls | 919 yd |
| Ely City Golf Course CAMBRIDGE ROAD | golf | 928 yd |
| Ely College DOWNHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 941 yd |
| Atrium Club (Ely) NEWNHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 958 yd |
| The Paradise Centre NEWNHAM STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,034 yd |
| Paradise Pools (Closed) NEWNHAM STREET | swimming pool | 1,034 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 83.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 212.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.