Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

HAY CLOSE, CB21 4EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAY CLOSE, CB21 4EJ.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

44

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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 4EJ 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.

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9/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CB21 4EJ's low deprivation rank, 63% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

CB21 4EJ is a sought-after residential area on Hay Close, 0.4km 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 4EJ offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 4EJ are sourced from Output Area E00091898 (shared with 11 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 4EJ. 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

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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

CB21 4EJ has low crime rates — 17 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 offences11
Vehicle crime11
Other theft3
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Meadow Primary School

Good209 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Bell Inn0.1 km
  • The Black Bull0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

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

1 nearby
  • Balsham Stores & Post Office Ltd.0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dullingham8.5 km
  • Whittlesford Parkway11.0 km
  • Great Chesterford11.6 km