Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

HILLSIDE, CB22 3BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLSIDE, CB22 3BL.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 51,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB22 3BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB22 3BL combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£609k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £609k 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

CB22 3BL is a sought-after residential area on Hillside, 0.2km from Hillside in Sawston. Administratively it sits within Sawston ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

For serious buyers, CB22 3BL is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £609k. 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 CB22 3BL are sourced from Output Area E00092216 (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 CB22 3BL. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.5%
Asian / British Asian10.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 477,500

2 sales · Mean £ 477,500

Detached

£ 610,000

7 sales · Mean £ 612,571

Terraced

£ 340,000

1 sales · Mean £ 340,000

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

CB22 3BL has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences43
Anti-social behaviour13
Criminal damage and arson10
Burglary7
Public order7

school Local Schools

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The Bellbird Primary School

Good402 pupils0.2 km
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Sawston Village College

Good1128 pupils0.3 km
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The Icknield Primary School

Good194 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Kings Head0.2 km
  • The Greyhound0.1 km
  • The white lion0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Corner Coffee Shop0.3 km
  • Jax0.2 km
  • Footprints Cafe0.1 km
  • Kaz's Indian Restaurant0.5 km
  • The Brickhouse0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Sawston Pizza0.4 km
  • Churchill's Fish & Chips / Serial Grill0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.4 km
  • Jade Fountain0.3 km
  • Cherry Garden0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Dorrington Ltd0.3 km
  • Green Weigh0.4 km
  • Just Greek (Storage)0.6 km
  • Londis Sawston0.6 km
  • Mary's Greengrocers0.3 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Whittlesford Parkway2.4 km
  • Shelford3.3 km
  • Great Chesterford7.5 km