Is CB23 1EW a safe place to live?

Yes, CB23 1EW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CB23 1EW?

The population for the CB23 1EW area is approximately 281 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

CB23 1EW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CB23 1EW.

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

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Population

281

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 61,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB23 1EW 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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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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3/10

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10/10

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1/10

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10/10

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5/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CB23 1EW spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB23 1EW is a safe, established residential area located 1.2km from Little Eversden in Little Eversden. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Barrington ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

The people who live in CB23 1EW are typical of a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CB23 1EW are sourced from Output Area E00092082 (shared with 16 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 CB23 1EW. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%

Asian / British Asian1.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

CB23 1EW has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Foxton5.7 km
Shepreth5.7 km
Shelford8.4 km