CB4 0FW is a well-regarded residential area on Science Park, 0.6km from Fallowfield in Milton (South Cambridgeshire). Administratively it sits within Milton & Waterbeach ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.
For renters and young professionals, CB4 0FW offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, science and business parks with high status workers. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 43% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 90 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for CB4 0FW are sourced from Output Area E00092161 (shared with 116 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCIENCE PARK, CB4 0FW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCIENCE PARK, CB4 0FW.
332
35
£ 58,400 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB4 0FW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CB4 0FW spans multiple life stages — average age 35, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (35) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB4 0FW. The average age is 35.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CB4 0FW is above average at 90 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Shirley Community Primary School
The Grove Primary School
Chesterton Primary School
King's Hedges Nursery School
Kings Hedges Primary School
North Cambridge Academy
Colleges Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Cambridge City Foodbank0.4 km
- Co-Operative0.4 km
- Thoroughbreads0.4 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- Tony's Mini Market1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Golden Hind0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Cater Link Limited0.5 km
- Raj's0.9 km
- RP Fitness0.3 km
- Stir Bakery0.9 km
- Fooditude0.2 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Eni Coffee & Tea0.8 km
- Flaming Wok0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Coral House0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cambridge Station4.1 km
- Waterbeach5.0 km
- Shelford9.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CB40FW · Data under Open Government Licence