Is CB24 8PS a safe place to live?

Yes, CB24 8PS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 44 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CB24 8PS?

The population for the CB24 8PS area is approximately 175 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

TWENTYPENCE ROAD, CB24 8PS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TWENTYPENCE ROAD, CB24 8PS.

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

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Population

175

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 53,600 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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5/10

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6/10

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1/10

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8/10

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1/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates CB24 8PS — age 42, 79% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB24 8PS is a safe, established residential area on Twentypence Road, 0.8km from Church Hill in South Cambridgeshire. Administratively it sits within Cottenham ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CB24 8PS are sourced from Output Area E00091987 (shared with 64 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 8PS. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.6%

Asian / British Asian4.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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

CB24 8PS has low crime rates — 44 incidents 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 offences10

Anti-social behaviour3

Vehicle crime2

Other crime2

Other theft2

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Waterbeach5.7 km
Cambridge Station11.8 km
Ely13.2 km