Postcode Analysis Cambridge, East of England

KNIGHTLY AVENUE, CB2 0AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNIGHTLY AVENUE, CB2 0AL.

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Population

570

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 68,900 /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: CB2 0AL 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.

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Area Character

CB2 0AL is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £886k, 55% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £886k.

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

CB2 0AL is a well-regarded residential area on Knightly Avenue, 0.9km from Red Cross in Cambridge (Cambridge). Administratively it sits within Queen Edith's ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

For families considering a move, CB2 0AL represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Cambridge. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 111 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £886k. 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 CB2 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00187770 (shared with 31 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 CB2 0AL. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British58.3%
Asian / British Asian30.2%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed9.7%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 49%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Terraced

£ 970,000

24 sales · Mean £ 1,012,658

Flat

£ 435,000

21 sales · Mean £ 435,042

Detached

£ 837,500

16 sales · Mean £ 940,230

Semi-Detached

£ 1,075,000

4 sales · Mean £ 1,162,500

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

Crime around CB2 0AL is above average at 111 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences94
Other theft18
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson13
Public order13

school Local Schools

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Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology

Good415 pupils0.3 km
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Homerton Early Years Centre

Outstanding110 pupils0.9 km
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Queen Edith Primary School

Good431 pupils1.2 km
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Morley Memorial Primary School

Good392 pupils1.5 km
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Trumpington Park Primary School

Good324 pupils1.6 km
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Trumpington Community College

Requires Improvement410 pupils1.6 km
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The Netherhall School

Good1126 pupils1.6 km
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Queen Emma Primary School

Inadequate468 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Queen Edith Public House1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Aramark Ltd0.9 km
  • The Wellspring Resturant0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Spencer's Supermarket1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cambridge Station2.5 km
  • Shelford2.6 km
  • Whittlesford Parkway7.7 km