Old Brewery Close is in Ely and in East Cambridgeshire district. CB7 4QE is located in the Ely East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South East Cambridgeshire. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Brewery Close, Ely, CB7 4QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB7 4NJ, CB7 4AS, CB7 4AA, CB7 4QG, CB7 4AQ, CB7 4AF, CB7 5XG, CB7 4PF, CB7 4GE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB7 4QE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.1% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.9% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 29.5% | 25.7% | -3.8% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 50.4% | 4.5% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 14.7% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 5.3% | -3.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 42.7% | 45% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 41.3% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 11.5% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 1.9% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around CB7 4QE this area, 9.4% 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 55.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.5% | 9.4% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 10% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 5.9% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 10.9% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.8% | 55.6% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 21.8% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.8% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| White | 95.3% | 91% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 76.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.3% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| European Union | 6.7% | 9% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.4% | 7.4% | 3.0% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83% | 76.3% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 13.3% | 10.7% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 4.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 3.5% | -3.5% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.2% | 76.7% | -4.5% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 4.8% | 0.3% | 4.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Brewery Close was 82.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.9% lower than the Ely East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Brewery Close has the 19th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Ely East and the 53rd highest crime rate of 244 local areas in East Cambridgeshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Old Brewery Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £314,000 | 2025-08-15 | £321,857 |
| 22 Old Brewery Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-06-13 | £319,346 |
| 23 Old Brewery Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2025-01-24 | £411,809 |
| 25 Old Brewery Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-01-15 | £303,608 |
| 16 Old Brewery Close, Ely, Cambridgeshire Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-04-20 | £308,139 |
CB7 4QE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 142 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern Community Primary School Nene Road , CB6 2WL | 3out of 4 | 1,167 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Meadow Infant School High Barns , CB7 4RB | 2out of 4 | 1,210 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ely St Mary's CofE Junior School High Barns , CB7 4RB | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isle of Ely Primary School School Road , CB6 2FG | 3out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ely St John's Community Primary School St John's Road , CB6 3BW | 3out of 4 | 1,691 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,177 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witchford Village College Manor Road , Witchford CB6 2JA | 3out of 4 | 4,222 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 | 483 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Ely Academy Downham Road , CB6 1BD | 3out of 4 | 862 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Active Learning Trust Linc 19 - 25 Downham Road , CB6 1BD | - not rated | 878 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Customer Cafe | Sainsburys, Lisle Lane | 77 yd | |
| Ely Turkish Meze Restaurant | 33 Forehill, Ely | 97 yd | |
| Tamarin Bay Coffee House Ltd | 14 Forehill, Ely | 136 yd | |
| Le Spice | 26 Forehill, Ely | 136 yd | |
| Prosper | Richmond House, 16 - 18 Broad Street | 186 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drayman's Son | 29A Forehill, Ely | 106 yd | |
| The Royal Standard | 24 Forehill, Ely | 136 yd | |
| The High Flyer | 69 Newnham Street, Ely | 363 yd | |
| The Hereward | 45 Market Street, Ely | 397 yd | |
| The Townhouse | 60 - 64 Market Street, Ely | 407 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsbury's, Lisle Lane | 76 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 3 Forehill, Ely | 97 yd | |
| Ely Spice | 32 Broad Street, Ely | 254 yd | |
| Fortune Garden | 38 Broad Street, Ely | 254 yd | |
| Lucky Panda | 44 Newnham Street, Ely | 355 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Lisle Lane, Ely | 77 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 41 Lisle Lane, Ely | 77 yd | |
| Iceland Food Ltd | 9 The Cloisters, Ely | 225 yd | |
| Waitrose | Brays Lane, Ely | 281 yd | |
| Tesco | 13 Angel Drove, Ely | 947 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bodyline For Women (Ladies Only) (Closed) 5a 5a Buttermarket | health and fitness suite | 248 yd |
| Atrium Club (Ely) NEWNHAM STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 390 yd |
| The Paradise Centre NEWNHAM STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 468 yd |
| Paradise Pools (Closed) NEWNHAM STREET | swimming pool | 468 yd |
| City Of Ely Indoor Bowls Club NUTHOLT LANE | indoor bowls | 475 yd |
| West End Fitness Centre (Closed) West End Road | health and fitness suite | 536 yd |
| Kings School Ely BARTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 700 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 | 43.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.