CB23 7XW is a sought-after residential area on Grenadier Walk in Hardwick (South Cambridgeshire). Administratively it sits within Hardwick ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.
For serious buyers, CB23 7XW is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 68% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £174k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 7XW are sourced from Output Area E00092059 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GRENADIER WALK, CB23 7XW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRENADIER WALK, CB23 7XW.
293
40
£ 61,200 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB23 7XW 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
CB23 7XW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £174k, 68% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £174k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB23 7XW. The average age is 40.4. 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
Flat
£ 170,000
3 sales · Mean £ 168,000
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
1 sales · Mean £ 160,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB23 7XW has low crime rates — 18 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
Hardwick and Cambourne Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Blue lion1.0 km
- Hardwick Sports And Social Club0.3 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Hardwick Stores And Post Office0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Pippins Coffee & Company0.2 km
- Frankie's Snack Bar0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cambridge Station8.9 km
- Foxton11.1 km
- Shepreth11.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CB237XW · Data under Open Government Licence