CB7 4BB is a sought-after residential area on Ship Lane, 0.2km from Babylon in Ely. Administratively it sits within Ely East ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.
For families considering a move, CB7 4BB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £371k.
Census 2021 statistics for CB7 4BB are sourced from Output Area E00090921 (shared with 241 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHIP LANE, CB7 4BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHIP LANE, CB7 4BB.
377
48
£ 55,800 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB7 4BB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CB7 4BB is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB7 4BB. The average age is 48.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 372,500
2 sales · Mean £ 372,500
Semi-Detached
£ 325,000
2 sales · Mean £ 325,000
Detached
£ 460,000
1 sales · Mean £ 460,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB7 4BB has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Highfield Ely Academy
Spring Meadow Infant School
Ely St Mary's CofE Junior School
Lantern Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- The White & Red Shop0.7 km
- Burrows0.6 km
- Bent & Cornwell Quality Meats0.4 km
- Ely Fudge Company0.4 km
- + 27 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- The Nyton0.8 km
- Poets House0.7 km
- Lamb Hotel0.6 km
- Riverside Inn0.2 km
- Castle Lodge0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Kings Arms0.7 km
- The Minster Tavern0.6 km
- The Prince Albert0.6 km
- The Hereward0.6 km
- The Townhouse0.6 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Hadi's0.6 km
- The Old Fire Engine House0.7 km
- Julia's Tea Rooms0.5 km
- Sylhet Tandoori Restaurant And Takeaway0.6 km
- Tamarin Bay Coffee House Ltd0.3 km
- + 35 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Lucky Panda0.6 km
- Sushi Gourmet0.3 km
- Balti King0.6 km
- Ely Kebab House0.6 km
- Ely King0.7 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.3 km
- Iceland Food Ltd0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Waitrose0.6 km
- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ely0.6 km
- Littleport8.2 km
- Shippea Hill10.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CB74BB · Data under Open Government Licence