Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

HIGH STREET, CB23 2SQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, CB23 2SQ.

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Population

360

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 54,900 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB23 2SQ 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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10/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CB23 2SQ's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £762k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £762k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

CB23 2SQ is a sought-after residential area on High Street, 0.0km from Bourn in Bourn. Administratively it sits within Cambourne ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

For serious buyers, CB23 2SQ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 89% 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 £762k. 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 2SQ are sourced from Output Area E00091958 (shared with 31 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 2SQ. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.3%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 859,500

4 sales · Mean £ 861,000

Semi-Detached

£ 320,000

1 sales · Mean £ 320,000

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

CB23 2SQ has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary5
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Bourn CofE Primary Academy

Outstanding210 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Willow Tree0.1 km
  • Lalbagh Restaurant0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Knibbs Meat Safe0.1 km
  • J.J. Patel Post Office/Stores0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Stove Cafe0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shepreth10.7 km
  • Foxton11.4 km
  • Meldreth12.2 km