CB21 4DP is a sought-after residential area on Sleford Close, 0.3km from Balsham in Balsham. Administratively it sits within Balsham ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB21, CB21 4DP offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 45) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 76% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £277k, up 20.8% 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 CB21 4DP are sourced from Output Area E00091897 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SLEFORD CLOSE, CB21 4DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SLEFORD CLOSE, CB21 4DP.
351
45
£ 55,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB21 4DP 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.
Area Character
CB21 4DP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £277k, 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 20.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB21 4DP. The average age is 45.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 277,500
6 sales · Mean £ 288,666
Terraced
£ 240,000
1 sales · Mean £ 240,000
Detached
£ 329,000
3 sales · Mean £ 338,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB21 4DP has low crime rates — 19 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.
school Local Schools
Meadow Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bell Inn0.2 km
- The Black Bull0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Sweet Tempations iL Ltd0.3 km
- The Old Butchers0.1 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Balsham Stores & Post Office Ltd.0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dullingham8.5 km
- Whittlesford Parkway10.8 km
- Great Chesterford11.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CB214DP · Data under Open Government Licence