Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

THE HAWTHORNS, CB21 4EH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE HAWTHORNS, CB21 4EH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

354

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 55,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB21 4EH 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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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB21 4EH combines high owner-occupation (63%), strong property values (£130k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £130k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

CB21 4EH is a sought-after residential area on The Hawthorns, 0.5km from Balsham in Balsham. Administratively it sits within Balsham ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.

For serious buyers, CB21 4EH 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 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 4EH are sourced from Output Area E00091898 (shared with 11 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 4EH. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 147,500

2 sales · Mean £ 147,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CB21 4EH has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime11
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences3
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Meadow Primary School

Good209 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bell Inn0.2 km
  • The Black Bull0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Sweet Tempations iL Ltd0.0 km
  • The Old Butchers0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Balsham Stores & Post Office Ltd.0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dullingham8.5 km
  • Whittlesford Parkway11.0 km
  • Great Chesterford11.6 km