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England / East of England / Huntingdonshire / Buckden

About

Buckden ward is located in the district of Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire. It includes the village of Buckden, which lies along the Great North Road (A1), providing easy access to nearby towns like St Neots and Huntingdon. The area is characterised by a mix of historic buildings and modern housing, with St Mary’s Church and Buckden Towers among its notable landmarks. The ward also encompasses surrounding rural areas, featuring farmland and open spaces.

The village offers local amenities such as shops, schools, and pubs, catering to residents’ daily needs. Buckden Marina on the River Great Ouse adds a leisure element, popular with boaters and walkers. The ward’s proximity to the A1 makes it a convenient base for commuters traveling to Cambridge or Peterborough. With a blend of community facilities and countryside surroundings, Buckden ward serves as both a residential and rural area.

Area overview

On average Buckden has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Buckden is £52,600 per year. There are 1 schools in Buckden: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
42
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
7.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Buckden Population
3,389
Population density
125.2 per km²

Demographics

British
3,137
92.51%
Other White
87
2.57%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
28
0.83%
White and Asian (mixed)
25
0.74%
Irish
24
0.71%
Total population: 3,391

Housing

Owns outright
697
46.13%
Owns with a mortgage
471
31.17%
Private landlord or letting agency
160
10.59%
Other social rented
133
8.8%
Other forms of private rent
24
1.59%
Total households: 1,511

Property prices in Buckden

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in Buckden area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £915,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£417,500
Flats1£270,000
Semi-Detached22£297,500
Terraced8£297,500

10 years price trend in Buckden

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.