CB24 1BQ is a well-regarded residential area on Augustus Road, 0.9km from Golden End in Longstanton and Northstowe. Administratively it sits within Longstanton ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.
For serious buyers, CB24 1BQ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The community skews young professional (average age 28) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 65% 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 — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of South Cambridgeshire. Employment levels are high (59% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £349k, up 11.5% 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 CB24 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00187819 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
AUGUSTUS ROAD, CB24 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AUGUSTUS ROAD, CB24 1BQ.
195
28
£ 63,500 /yr
70%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB24 1BQ 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
High employment, young population. CB24 1BQ combines 70% economic activity with a 28-year average age — the hallmarks of a graduate-retention neighbourhood. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street. Property prices are trending up 11.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB24 1BQ. The average age is 28.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 274,995
10 sales · Mean £ 282,422
Detached
£ 447,500
10 sales · Mean £ 423,749
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CB24 1BQ is moderate at 72 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
The Martin Bacon Academy
Northstowe Secondary College
Hatton Park Primary School
Pathfinder CofE Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Waterbeach9.8 km
- Cambridge Station11.6 km
- Shelford16.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CB241BQ · Data under Open Government Licence