CB21 4EP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on High Street, 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 4EP offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 84% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £419k, down 63.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CB21 4EP are sourced from Output Area E00091896 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, CB21 4EP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, CB21 4EP.
317
52
£ 55,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB21 4EP 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
No single demographic signal dominates CB21 4EP — age 52, 84% ownership, 4% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 63.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB21 4EP. The average age is 51.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 303,750
6 sales · Mean £ 309,166
Detached
£ 590,000
10 sales · Mean £ 698,600
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB21 4EP has low crime rates — 24 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.
school Local Schools
Meadow Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bell Inn0.7 km
- The Black Bull0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Sweet Tempations iL Ltd0.8 km
- The Old Butchers0.4 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Balsham Stores & Post Office Ltd.0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Dullingham8.4 km
- Whittlesford Parkway10.5 km
- Great Chesterford11.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CB214EP · Data under Open Government Licence