CB24 1BG is a sought-after residential area on Peppercorn Drive, 0.7km from Green End in South Cambridgeshire. Administratively it sits within Longstanton ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB24, CB24 1BG offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 35 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 77% 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 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £373k, down 1.4% 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 1BG are sourced from Output Area E00187788 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PEPPERCORN DRIVE, CB24 1BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PEPPERCORN DRIVE, CB24 1BG.
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£ 63,500 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB24 1BG 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 1BG's low deprivation rank, 77% ownership, and £373k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB24 1BG. The average age is 34.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 337,995
11 sales · Mean £ 350,086
Detached
£ 489,995
11 sales · Mean £ 498,176
Terraced
£ 389,995
1 sales · Mean £ 389,995
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB24 1BG has low crime rates — 29 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
Hatton Park Primary School
Pathfinder CofE Primary School
The Martin Bacon Academy
Northstowe Secondary College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Pavilion0.7 km
- The Black Bull0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Faroz Kitchen0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Waterbeach10.4 km
- Cambridge Station11.9 km
- Shelford16.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CB241BG · Data under Open Government Licence