Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

PRESTON CLOSE, CB23 2RP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRESTON CLOSE, CB23 2RP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

320

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 61,200 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB23 2RP 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 92% owned. CB23 2RP is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

home £250,000 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB23 2RP is a sought-after residential area on Preston Close in Toft. Administratively it sits within Caldecote ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

For serious buyers, CB23 2RP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An established, mature community with an average age of 56 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 92% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k. 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 CB23 2RP are sourced from Output Area E00091969 (shared with 40 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 CB23 2RP. The average age is 55.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.9%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 250,000

3 sales · Mean £ 300,000

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

CB23 2RP has low crime rates — 21 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 offences5
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Toft Shop0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Tai Yuen0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Schoolroom Community Cafe0.2 km
  • Meridian Park Leisure Ltd0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shepreth8.8 km
  • Foxton9.0 km
  • Cambridge Station10.3 km