Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

SLEFORD CLOSE, CB21 4DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SLEFORD CLOSE, CB21 4DP.

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Population

351

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 55,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB21 4DP 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.

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10/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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Area Character

CB21 4DP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £277k, 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 20.8% year-on-year.

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

CB21 4DP is a sought-after residential area on Sleford Close, 0.3km from Balsham in Balsham. Administratively it sits within Balsham ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB21, CB21 4DP offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 45) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £277k, up 20.8% 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 CB21 4DP are sourced from Output Area E00091897 (shared with 22 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 CB21 4DP. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.3%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 277,500

6 sales · Mean £ 288,666

Terraced

£ 240,000

1 sales · Mean £ 240,000

Detached

£ 329,000

3 sales · Mean £ 338,000

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

CB21 4DP has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences15
Vehicle crime10
Other theft3
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Meadow Primary School

Good209 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bell Inn0.2 km
  • The Black Bull0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Sweet Tempations iL Ltd0.3 km
  • The Old Butchers0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Balsham Stores & Post Office Ltd.0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dullingham8.5 km
  • Whittlesford Parkway10.8 km
  • Great Chesterford11.5 km