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Living in Cambridge: Property Area Guide

Cambridgeshire, East of England · Population 145,700

House Prices in Cambridge

£470,000

Average

£780,000

Detached

£510,000

Semi-Detached

£440,000

Terraced

£320,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Cambridge

Cambridge is the heart of the UK's tech sector — 'Silicon Fen' hosts thousands of tech, biotech, and science companies. The Cambridge Biomedical Campus is the largest health sciences campus in Europe. Property prices are among the highest outside London, driven by constrained supply, global demand, and the tech economy. The city attracts world-class talent.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Cambridge is one of the most beautiful small cities in the world. Punting on the Backs, cycling past King's College Chapel, browsing the market square, and walking along the Cam are everyday pleasures. The city has excellent independent shops, Michelin-starred restaurants, and a vibrant cultural scene driven by the university. Midsummer Common and Jesus Green provide city-centre green space.

Transport & Commuting

Cambridge Station and Cambridge North connect to London King's Cross in under an hour. The Guided Busway links surrounding towns. The M11 provides motorway access to London. Stansted Airport is 30 minutes south. Cambridge is Britain's cycling capital — flat terrain and extensive cycle lanes make it ideal.

Train to London

0h 50m to London King's Cross

Nearest Motorway

M11, A14

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • The Perse School
  • Hills Road Sixth Form College
  • Parkside Community College

Universities

  • University of Cambridge
  • Anglia Ruskin University

Healthcare

Addenbrooke's Hospital

Best Areas to Live in Cambridge

Newnham

Trumpington

Chesterton

Romsey

Cherry Hinton

Mill Road area

Property Buying Tips for Cambridge

Newnham and Trumpington are premium family areas. Romsey and Petersfield are popular with young professionals. Mill Road offers an eclectic, diverse neighbourhood. For first-time buyers, Arbury and King's Hedges are more affordable. Many buyers look at surrounding villages like Histon, Girton, and Great Shelford for more space.

Local Authority

Council

Cambridge City Council

Council Tax

£1,780 (Band D)

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