Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

SAWSTON ROAD, CB22 3AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAWSTON ROAD, CB22 3AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-10 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

346

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 62,400 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB22 3AP 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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Area Character

CB22 3AP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 45% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £430k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 144.0% year-on-year.

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

CB22 3AP is a sought-after residential area on Sawston Road, 1.0km from Babraham in South Cambridgeshire. Administratively it sits within Duxford ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

For renters and young professionals, CB22 3AP offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — science and business parks with high status workers. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 40% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k, up 144.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CB22 3AP are sourced from Output Area E00092237 (shared with 34 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 CB22 3AP. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.6%
Asian / British Asian10.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 0%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 430,000

2 sales · Mean £ 430,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

CB22 3AP has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

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Babraham CofE (VC) Primary School

Outstanding94 pupils0.9 km
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The Icknield Primary School

Good194 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The George Inn1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • BaxterStorey0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Whittlesford Parkway3.4 km
  • Shelford4.5 km
  • Great Chesterford7.6 km