Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

THORNTON ROAD, CB3 0NN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNTON ROAD, CB3 0NN.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

49%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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8/10
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7/10
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1/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CB3 0NN's low deprivation rank, 57% ownership, and £750k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £750k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 23.5% year-on-year.

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

CB3 0NN is a sought-after residential area on Thornton Road, 1.3km from Duck End in Girton. Administratively it sits within Girton ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB3, CB3 0NN offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £750k, down 23.5% year-on-year. 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 CB3 0NN are sourced from Output Area E00170829 (shared with 6 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 CB3 0NN. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British82.4%
Asian / British Asian10.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 715,060

8 sales · Mean £ 708,960

Detached

£ 477,000

1 sales · Mean £ 477,000

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

CB3 0NN has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour15
Drugs14
Criminal damage and arson12
Violence and sexual offences11
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Girton Glebe Primary School

Good174 pupils1.3 km
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Mayfield Primary School

Good392 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • BP Garage (Londis)0.3 km
  • Anglia Farm Shop0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Traveller Rest0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Brew1.0 km
  • Douce1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cambridge Station4.9 km
  • Waterbeach8.2 km
  • Shelford9.3 km