Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

VILLA ROAD, CB24 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VILLA ROAD, CB24 1BU.

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Population

527

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 63,500 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CB24 1BU 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.

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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB24 1BU combines high owner-occupation (63%), strong property values (£430k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £430k. Property prices are trending up 8.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB24 1BU is a well-regarded residential area on Villa Road, 1.0km from Golden End in Longstanton and Northstowe. Administratively it sits within Longstanton ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

For serious buyers, CB24 1BU is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 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 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £430k, up 8.6% 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 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00187744 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB24 1BU. 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

White / British64.3%
Asian / British Asian20.7%
Black / African / Caribbean4.0%
Other / Mixed11.0%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 430,000

33 sales · Mean £ 443,741

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around CB24 1BU is moderate at 76 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.

Violence and sexual offences52
Anti-social behaviour38
Criminal damage and arson19
Public order12
Bicycle theft7

school Local Schools

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Pathfinder CofE Primary School

418 pupils0.9 km
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Hatton Park Primary School

Good362 pupils1.0 km
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The Martin Bacon Academy

113 pupils1.0 km
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Northstowe Secondary College

305 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Black Bull1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Faroz Kitchen1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Waterbeach9.9 km
  • Cambridge Station11.7 km
  • Shelford16.4 km