Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

LILAC CLOSE, CB23 1JS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LILAC CLOSE, CB23 1JS.

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

294

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 63,900 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB23 1JS 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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8/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

CB23 1JS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £515k, 93% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

CB23 1JS is a sought-after residential area on Lilac Close, 0.1km from Haslingfield in Haslingfield. Administratively it sits within Harston & Comberton ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB23, CB23 1JS offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £515k. 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 CB23 1JS are sourced from Output Area E00092080 (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 1JS. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.0%
Asian / British Asian4.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed7.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 430,000

2 sales · Mean £ 430,000

Semi-Detached

£ 387,500

2 sales · Mean £ 387,500

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

CB23 1JS has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour7
Violence and sexual offences7
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary2
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Haslingfield Endowed Primary School

Good152 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • The Little Pantry0.4 km
  • The Village Shop0.1 km
  • The Cambridge Organic Food Company0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • House of Spice & Little Rose Pub0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Mohak Cafe0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Foxton3.3 km
  • Shepreth4.2 km
  • Shelford5.8 km