CB21 4EB is a sought-after residential area on Dolls Close, 0.7km from Balsham in Balsham. Administratively it sits within Balsham ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.
For serious buyers, CB21 4EB is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k. 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 4EB are sourced from Output Area E00091898 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DOLLS CLOSE, CB21 4EB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOLLS CLOSE, CB21 4EB.
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£ 55,200 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB21 4EB 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CB21 4EB combines high owner-occupation (63%), strong property values (£390k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB21 4EB. The average age is 44.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 390,000
1 sales · Mean £ 390,000
Terraced
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
CB21 4EB has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Meadow Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bell Inn0.3 km
- The Black Bull0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Sweet Tempations iL Ltd0.2 km
- The Old Butchers0.6 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Balsham Stores & Post Office Ltd.0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dullingham8.4 km
- Whittlesford Parkway11.3 km
- Great Chesterford11.9 km
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Postcode Profile: CB214EB · Data under Open Government Licence