Bassingbourn and the Mordens (Steeple Morden and Guilden Morden) are villages in South Cambridgeshire, near the Hertfordshire border. The area is characterised by a mix of farmland and residential properties, with a rural feel. Bassingbourn is the largest of the three, featuring a historic church and a former RAF airbase now used for army training. The Mordens are smaller, with Steeple Morden known for its medieval church tower and Guilden Morden for its thatched cottages.
The villages are connected by quiet country lanes, with local amenities including pubs, primary schools, and village halls. The surrounding landscape is mostly flat, with fields and hedgerows typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside. The area has good transport links, with the A505 providing access to nearby towns like Royston and Cambridge. Community events, such as fairs and farmers' markets, are held throughout the year.
On average Bassingbourn & the Mordens has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bassingbourn & the Mordens is £56,000 per year. There are 4 schools in Bassingbourn & the Mordens: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 56 recent sales, the median property price is £513,750 in Bassingbourn & the Mordens area, with individual transactions ranging from £225,000 up to £1,400,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 31 | £660,000 |
| Flats | 1 | £270,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 18 | £377,500 |
| Terraced | 6 | £396,345 |
10 years price trend in Bassingbourn & the Mordens
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Knutsford Road
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Bassingbourn & the Mordens
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Church Street
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Cobbs Lane
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Ashwell Road
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Church Street
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High Street
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North End
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Park View
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High Street
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Brook End
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Jubilee End
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Ashwell Street
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Middle Street
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High Street
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Tower Close
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Bassingbourn & the Mordens
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Walnut Tree Close
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Fox Hill
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Buxtons Lane
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The Green
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Bassingbourn Road
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Fen Road
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Bassingbourn Road
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Old North Road
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Bridge Street
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Mill Lane
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Meldreth Road
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Bridge Street
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Cannon's Close
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Cheyney Street
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Jubilee Way
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Ashwell Street
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Craft Way
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Ashwell Street
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Brook Road
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Brook Road
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Church Street
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Church Lane
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High Street
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Ashwell Road
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Church Street
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Abington Road
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Church Lane
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Knutsford Road
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Ashwell Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.