CB2 0QT is a well-regarded residential area on Hills Road, 0.6km from Red Cross in Cambridge (Cambridge). Administratively it sits within Queen Edith's ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.
For serious buyers, CB2 0QT is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (53% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 79 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £475k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CB2 0QT are sourced from Output Area E00090759 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILLS ROAD, CB2 0QT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLS ROAD, CB2 0QT.
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44
£ 68,900 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB2 0QT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CB2 0QT's low deprivation rank, 74% ownership, and £475k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £475k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB2 0QT. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 450,000
9 sales · Mean £ 421,111
Detached
£ 1,180,000
3 sales · Mean £ 1,187,777
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CB2 0QT is moderate at 79 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
Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology
Homerton Early Years Centre
Queen Edith Primary School
Morley Memorial Primary School
Queen Emma Primary School
The Netherhall School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bed and Breakfast1.0 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- General Convenience Store0.7 km
- M & H General Stores0.7 km
- Spencer's Supermarket0.6 km
- Kayes Chemists0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Coffee House0.7 km
- Aramark Ltd1.0 km
- The Wellspring Resturant0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Queen Edith Public House0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Khang's Fish Shop0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cambridge Station2.2 km
- Shelford2.9 km
- Whittlesford Parkway8.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CB20QT · Data under Open Government Licence