Postcode Analysis Cambridge, East of England

BABRAHAM ROAD, CB2 0RB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BABRAHAM ROAD, CB2 0RB.

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Population

140

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 68,900 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CB2 0RB 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.

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10/10
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8/10
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8/10
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8/10
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10/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB2 0RB combines high owner-occupation (77%), strong property values (£958k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £958k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 5.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB2 0RB 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.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB2, CB2 0RB offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £958k, up 5.7% year-on-year. 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 0RB are sourced from Output Area E00187797 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB2 0RB. 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

White / British78.9%
Asian / British Asian5.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed14.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 931,850

5 sales · Mean £ 970,970

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CB2 0RB has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour8
Violence and sexual offences7
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology

Good415 pupils0.7 km
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Homerton Early Years Centre

Outstanding110 pupils1.0 km
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Queen Edith Primary School

Good431 pupils1.1 km
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The Netherhall School

Good1126 pupils1.3 km
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Queen Emma Primary School

Inadequate468 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • General Convenience Store1.0 km
  • M & H General Stores1.0 km
  • Spencer's Supermarket0.9 km
  • Kayes Chemists0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Coffee House1.0 km
  • The Wellspring Resturant0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Queen Edith Public House0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Khang's Fish Shop1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shelford2.6 km
  • Cambridge Station2.7 km
  • Whittlesford Parkway7.6 km