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About Burrough End
Burrough End is a small settlement located in Cambridgeshire, within the county of England. It lies within the CB8 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside. The area is characterised by agricultural land and scattered farmsteads, typical of the Cambridgeshire landscape. While not a large community, Burrough End has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere and is close to other villages and hamlets in the region. The local environment is largely flat, with fields and hedgerows forming the dominant features of the surroundings. It is a place where residents enjoy a rural lifestyle, with access to nearby towns and villages for shopping and services. The area is well-connected by road, making it convenient for commuting to larger centres in the region.
School Ratings in Burrough End
There are 8 schools in and around Burrough End. Moulton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Burrough End
The average property price is £442K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £529K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burrough End
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Burrough End, with 17 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Burrough End
Burrough End sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Local Data for Burrough End
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Property Prices 4,850 sales
Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CB8 postcode area.
Household Income in Burrough End ONS 2023
The average total household income in Burrough End is approximately £55,394 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,544. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £42,544.
Businesses in Burrough End ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,041 active businesses based in Burrough End, around 59 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 40 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Burrough End IMD 2025
Burrough End sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Burrough End 107 crimes · May 2026
Burrough End records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Burrough End
Of the 15,432 households in and around Burrough End, 59% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 25% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Burrough End.