About Swaffham Bulbeck

Swaffham Bulbeck is a village located in Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area CB25. It is situated approximately five miles east of the city of Cambridge, making it a convenient spot for those wishing to enjoy a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to urban amenities. The village features a mix of residential properties, local shops, and community facilities, providing essential services for its residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and cycling, with several paths and lanes connecting to nearby villages and the picturesque landscape of the region. Swaffham Bulbeck also hosts various community events throughout the year, fostering a sense of togetherness among its inhabitants. The village's proximity to Cambridge allows for easy access to cultural attractions, educational institutions, and transport links, making it an appealing location for both families and individuals.

School Ratings in Swaffham Bulbeck

Families in Swaffham Bulbeck have access to 20 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Swaffham Bulbeck

Homes sell for an average of £412K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £526K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Swaffham Bulbeck

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Drugs is the leading concern across Swaffham Bulbeck, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Swaffham Bulbeck

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Swaffham Bulbeck among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Swaffham Bulbeck

Broadband services in Swaffham Bulbeck range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,372 sales

Average Price £412K
£675 — £2.52M
Detached £526K 987
Semi £349K 617
Terraced £310K 513
Flat £176K 124

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
1 Secondary
5 Other
Swaffham Bulbeck Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Bottisham Child and Family Delivery Site 1.3 miles Bottisham Village College Secondary Requires Improvement 1.3 miles Swaffham Prior Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Bottisham Community Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Great Wilbraham CofE Primary Academy Primary 3.1 miles Burwell Village College (Primary) Primary Good 3.4 miles Waterbeach Child and Family Zone 4.2 miles Waterbeach Community Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Exning Primary School Primary 4.4 miles Fen Ditton Primary School Primary 4.4 miles Landmark International School Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Swaffham Bulbeck IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Swaffham Bulbeck experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,785 Children (0-15) 17%
16,978 Working Age 61%
7,628 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Swaffham Bulbeck 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Swaffham Bulbeck are lower than the England and Wales average. While drugs is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Drugs
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Waterbeach Train Station 3.9 miles
Newmarket Train Station 5.5 miles
Soham Train Station 7.1 miles
Shelford (Cambs) Train Station 8.5 miles
Kennett Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Long Meadow 0.6 miles Commercial End 0.6 miles Park End 0.6 miles Lode 1.2 miles Bottisham 1.4 miles Swaffham Prior 1.8 miles Stow cum Quy 2.2 miles Little Wilbraham 2.6 miles Reach 2.6 miles Frog End 2.8 miles Burwell 3.1 miles Great Wilbraham 3.2 miles

Local Government

District East Cambridgeshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Burwell
Constituency South East Cambridgeshire
Parish Burwell
Region East of England

Streets in CB25 30 shown View all streets

A10 8 A1303 2 Abbey Close 1 Abbey Court 3 Abbey Lane 2 Abbey Place 1 Abbots Way 1 Abrahams Close 1 Adams Court 1 AdamsRoad 1 Akeman Street 1 Albert Road 1 Anchor Lane 1 Ancient Meadows 1 Anglers Way 1 Appletree Grove 1 Arber Close 1 Archers Close 1 Baker Drive 1 Bannold Court 1 Bannold Drove 1 Bannold Road 1 Banworth Lane 1 Barker Close 1 Barkways 1 Barnfield Close 1 Bayfield Drive 1 Beach Drive 6 Beche Way 1 Beechwood Avenue 2

Postcodes in CB25 50 shown View all postcodes

CB25 0AA CB25 0AB CB25 0AD CB25 0AE CB25 0AF CB25 0AG CB25 0AH CB25 0AJ CB25 0AL CB25 0AN CB25 0AP CB25 0AQ CB25 0AR CB25 0AS CB25 0AU CB25 0AW CB25 0AX CB25 0AY CB25 0AZ CB25 0BA CB25 0BB CB25 0BD CB25 0BE CB25 0BF CB25 0BG CB25 0BH CB25 0BJ CB25 0BL CB25 0BN CB25 0BP CB25 0BQ CB25 0BS CB25 0BT CB25 0BU CB25 0BW CB25 0BX CB25 0BY CB25 0BZ CB25 0DA CB25 0DB CB25 0DD CB25 0DE CB25 0DF CB25 0DG CB25 0DH CB25 0DJ CB25 0DL CB25 0DN CB25 0DP CB25 0DQ