CB24 1AY is a well-regarded residential area on Pathfinder Way, 1.0km from Green End in Longstanton and Northstowe. Administratively it sits within Longstanton ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB24, CB24 1AY offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At just 27 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 63% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of South Cambridgeshire. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £250k, down 26.0% 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 CB24 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00187744 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PATHFINDER WAY, CB24 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PATHFINDER WAY, CB24 1AY.
527
27
£ 63,500 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB24 1AY 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB24 1AY combines high owner-occupation (63%), strong property values (£250k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £250k. Property prices are trending down 26.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB24 1AY. The average age is 27.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 243,000
29 sales · Mean £ 230,446
Semi-Detached
£ 348,000
1 sales · Mean £ 348,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CB24 1AY is moderate at 61 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
Pathfinder CofE Primary School
Hatton Park Primary School
The Martin Bacon Academy
Northstowe Secondary College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Black Bull0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Faroz Kitchen0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Waterbeach10.2 km
- Cambridge Station11.9 km
- Shelford16.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CB241AY · Data under Open Government Licence