CB2 1QZ is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.7km from Newtown in Cambridge (Cambridge). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Market ward and the Cambridge constituency.
Within the CB2 district, this postcode is characterised by a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At just 22 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 128 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for CB2 1QZ are sourced from Output Area E00090710 (shared with 193 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CB2 1QZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CB2 1QZ.
1,870
22
£ 56,300 /yr
5%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB2 1QZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
At 71% private renter occupancy, CB2 1QZ is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB2 1QZ. The average age is 22.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CB2 1QZ is above average at 128 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Alban's Catholic Primary School
St Pauls CofE VA Primary School
Parkside Community College
Newnham Croft Primary School
Park Street CofE Primary School
St Matthew's Primary School
Brunswick Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- Baron Of Beef1.0 km
- Hidden Rooms0.9 km
- University Pitt Club0.9 km
- The Mitre Public House1.0 km
- Silver End Youth Football Club - Francis Crittall Pavillion0.4 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
154 nearby- BRIDGES PATISSERIE1.0 km
- Cambridge Union Society0.9 km
- Crosstown0.9 km
- CSVPA0.9 km
- Friends Meeting House0.9 km
- + 149 more
Retailers - Other
49 nearby- C COUSINS & SON0.9 km
- N K Jank Chemist0.9 km
- Cambridge Farmers Outlet0.5 km
- Chocolat Chocolat0.4 km
- Holland & Barrett0.5 km
- + 44 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Adilias Station Road Bakery1.0 km
- Greggs1.0 km
- Raja Indian Cuisine0.8 km
- The Tiffin Truck0.4 km
- Trockel0.2 km
- + 23 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Hilton Cambridge City Centre0.4 km
- Regent Hotel0.4 km
- Lensfield Hotel0.4 km
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Waitrose1.0 km
- Marks & Spencer0.6 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Oseyo0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cambridge Station1.4 km
- Shelford5.8 km
- Waterbeach8.7 km
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Postcode Profile: CB21QZ · Data under Open Government Licence