Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

CB21 4AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CB21 4AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

326

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 55,200 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB21 4AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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10/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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1/10
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3/10
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2/10
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Area Character

CB21 4AP has a significant social housing presence — 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

CB21 4AP is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Balsham in Balsham. Administratively it sits within Balsham ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CB21 4AP is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 42% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 CB21 4AP are sourced from Output Area E00091899 (shared with 39 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 CB21 4AP. The average age is 42.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.8%
Asian / British Asian4.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

CB21 4AP has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences15
Vehicle crime12
Other theft3
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Meadow Primary School

Good209 pupils0.1 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bell Inn0.1 km
  • The Black Bull0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Sweet Tempations iL Ltd0.2 km
  • The Old Butchers0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Balsham Stores & Post Office Ltd.0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dullingham8.4 km
  • Whittlesford Parkway10.9 km
  • Great Chesterford11.6 km