Postcode Analysis Cambridge, East of England

URWIN GARDENS, CB2 0AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for URWIN GARDENS, CB2 0AP.

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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 0AP 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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10/10
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10/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB2 0AP combines high owner-occupation (55%), strong property values (£1.7M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £1.7M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

CB2 0AP is a sought-after residential area on Urwin Gardens, 0.9km from Red Cross in Cambridge (Cambridge). Administratively it sits within Queen Edith's ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.7M. 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 0AP 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 0AP. 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

Detached

£ 1,599,975

20 sales · Mean £ 1,559,776

Flat

£ 467,000

16 sales · Mean £ 456,561

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

CB2 0AP has low crime rates — 24 incidents 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 offences13
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology

Good415 pupils0.4 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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The Netherhall School

Good1126 pupils1.5 km
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Queen Emma Primary School

Inadequate468 pupils1.6 km
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Morley Memorial Primary School

Good392 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • M & H General Stores1.0 km
  • Spencer's Supermarket1.0 km
  • Kayes Chemists1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Queen Edith Public House1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Wellspring Resturant0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Khang's Fish Shop1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

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