CB2 0RA is a sought-after residential area on Babraham Road, 0.7km from Red Cross in Cambridge (Cambridge). Administratively it sits within Queen Edith's ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.
For serious buyers, CB2 0RA is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M. 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 0RA are sourced from Output Area E00187797 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BABRAHAM ROAD, CB2 0RA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BABRAHAM ROAD, CB2 0RA.
140
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£ 68,900 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB2 0RA 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB2 0RA combines high owner-occupation (77%), strong property values (£1.2M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £1.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB2 0RA. 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
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 1,431,000
2 sales · Mean £ 1,431,000
Semi-Detached
£ 1,265,000
1 sales · Mean £ 1,265,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB2 0RA has low crime rates — 20 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
Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology
Homerton Early Years Centre
Queen Edith Primary School
The Netherhall School
Queen Emma Primary School
Morley Memorial Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Kayes Chemists0.9 km
- General Convenience Store0.9 km
- M & H General Stores0.9 km
- Spencer's Supermarket0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Queen Edith Public House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- The Wellspring Resturant0.4 km
- The Coffee House0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Khang's Fish Shop0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cambridge Station2.5 km
- Shelford2.7 km
- Whittlesford Parkway7.7 km
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Postcode Profile: CB20RA · Data under Open Government Licence