Postcode Analysis Cambridge, East of England

CB5 8LE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CB5 8LE.

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Population

525

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 50,400 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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2/10
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6/10
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9/10
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10/10
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7/10
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3/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

CB5 8LE has a significant social housing presence — 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 31-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending up 12.1% year-on-year.

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

CB5 8LE is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.7km from Barnwell in Cambridge (Cambridge). Administratively it sits within Abbey ward and the Cambridge constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CB5 8LE is a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. An average age of 31 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 85 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £639k, up 12.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CB5 8LE are sourced from Output Area E00187656 (shared with 1228 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 CB5 8LE. The average age is 30.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British75.3%
Asian / British Asian10.5%
Black / African / Caribbean5.1%
Other / Mixed9.1%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 649,950

29 sales · Mean £ 612,664

Terraced

£ 549,950

4 sales · Mean £ 549,950

Semi-Detached

£ 659,900

2 sales · Mean £ 659,900

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

Crime around CB5 8LE is moderate at 85 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.

Shoplifting109
Violence and sexual offences81
Anti-social behaviour48
Other theft31
Public order29

school Local Schools

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Brunswick Nursery School

Outstanding71 pupils0.7 km
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St Matthew's Primary School

Good669 pupils0.9 km
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Chesterton Primary School

Good166 pupils1.1 km
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The Fields Nursery School

Outstanding62 pupils1.2 km
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The Galfrid School

Inadequate314 pupils1.2 km
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St Philip's CofE Aided Primary School

Good252 pupils1.3 km
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Parkside Community College

Outstanding678 pupils1.3 km
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Milton Road Primary School

Good412 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

28 nearby
  • A.J. Bargain Centre1.0 km
  • Majestic Wine0.3 km
  • Millies Cookies0.8 km
  • Oxfam1.0 km
  • Barev0.7 km
  • + 23 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Chesterton Mens Club0.7 km
  • Green Dragon Public House0.7 km
  • The Alexandra Arms0.9 km
  • The Wrestlers0.1 km
  • The Geldart0.9 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

45 nearby
  • Chesterton Corner0.7 km
  • Norfolk Street Bakery0.9 km
  • Thrive1.0 km
  • Zhonghua Traditional Snacks1.0 km
  • Cambridge Arts & Sciences Ltd0.9 km
  • + 40 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Small Fry Takeaway0.8 km
  • Chi Pod 3, Food Social0.8 km
  • Fresh Kitchen0.1 km
  • London football catering0.7 km
  • Stuff My Pitta0.7 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • Carlton Lodge1.0 km
  • 5 Chapel Street B&B0.7 km
  • Travelodge0.3 km
  • Crossways (It Takes A City - Cambridge)0.8 km
  • Acorn Guest House0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Aldi Store0.2 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd1.0 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Lidl0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cambridge Station1.9 km
  • Waterbeach6.7 km
  • Shelford6.9 km