Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

DUCK HOOK WALK, CB24 1BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUCK HOOK WALK, CB24 1BA.

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Population

527

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Avg Age

27

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Avg Income

£ 63,500 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB24 1BA 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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Area Character

CB24 1BA is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £144k, 63% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £144k.

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

CB24 1BA is a well-regarded residential area on Duck Hook Walk, 1.1km from Golden End in Longstanton and Northstowe. Administratively it sits within Longstanton ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB24, CB24 1BA offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 63% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of South Cambridgeshire. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £144k, 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 CB24 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00187744 (shared with 12 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 CB24 1BA. The average age is 27.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.3%
Asian / British Asian20.7%
Black / African / Caribbean4.0%
Other / Mixed11.0%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 45%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 144,000

12 sales · Mean £ 213,582

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

Crime around CB24 1BA is moderate at 69 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences54
Anti-social behaviour41
Criminal damage and arson19
Public order12
Bicycle theft7

school Local Schools

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Pathfinder CofE Primary School

418 pupils0.7 km
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Hatton Park Primary School

Good362 pupils0.9 km
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The Martin Bacon Academy

113 pupils1.2 km
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Northstowe Secondary College

305 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Black Bull0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Faroz Kitchen0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Waterbeach10.1 km
  • Cambridge Station11.9 km
  • Shelford16.5 km