CB23 1JU is a sought-after residential area on Chestnut Close, 0.2km 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 1JU offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £366k, down 49.5% year-on-year. 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 1JU are sourced from Output Area E00092077 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHESTNUT CLOSE, CB23 1JU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTNUT CLOSE, CB23 1JU.
308
40
£ 63,900 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB23 1JU 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CB23 1JU's low deprivation rank, 57% ownership, and £366k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 49.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB23 1JU. The average age is 40.4. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 380,000
13 sales · Mean £ 334,639
Terraced
£ 166,750
2 sales · Mean £ 166,750
Flat
£ 158,798
2 sales · Mean £ 158,798
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CB23 1JU has low crime rates — 9 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.
school Local Schools
Haslingfield Endowed Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- The Little Pantry0.6 km
- The Village Shop0.2 km
- The Cambridge Organic Food Company0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- House of Spice & Little Rose Pub0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Mohak Cafe0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Foxton3.2 km
- Shepreth4.2 km
- Shelford5.6 km
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Postcode Profile: CB231JU · Data under Open Government Licence