CB24 1AZ is a well-regarded residential area on Hosel Road, 1.1km 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 1AZ offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The predominance of young residents (average age 27) gives the area its energy — expect active social scenes, short tenancies, and regular neighbourhood turnover. 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 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £409k, down 32.2% 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 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00187744 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOSEL ROAD, CB24 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOSEL ROAD, CB24 1AZ.
527
27
£ 63,500 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB24 1AZ 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. CB24 1AZ's low deprivation rank, 63% ownership, and £409k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £409k. Property prices are trending down 32.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB24 1AZ. 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
Detached
£ 410,523
2 sales · Mean £ 410,523
Semi-Detached
£ 388,747
4 sales · Mean £ 327,623
Flat
£ 229,995
5 sales · Mean £ 231,995
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CB24 1AZ is moderate at 66 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 Bull0.9 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: CB241AZ · Data under Open Government Licence