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Cottenham

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About

Cottenham is a ward in South Cambridgeshire, located approximately 8 miles north of Cambridge. The area is primarily rural, with a mix of farmland and residential developments. The village of Cottenham itself is the focal point, featuring a range of local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities. The ward is bordered by the River Cam to the west, adding to its rural character.

The area has good transport links, with the A10 providing access to Cambridge and nearby towns. Cottenham retains a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities organised by local groups. The surrounding countryside offers walking and cycling routes, connecting to the wider Cambridgeshire landscape. Housing ranges from historic cottages to newer developments, catering to a mix of residents.

Area overview

On average Cottenham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cottenham is £53,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Cottenham: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

8/10

Social housing

10.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Cottenham Population

6,779

Population density

194.7 per km²

Demographics

British

5,768

85.05%

Other White

464

6.84%

White and Asian (mixed)

1.19%

Other Asian

1.16%

Indian

1.09%

Total population: 6,782

Housing

Owns outright

1,168

40.11%

Owns with a mortgage

984

33.79%

Private landlord or letting agency

315

10.82%

Social rents from council

236

8.1%

Other social rented

100

3.43%

Total households: 2,912

Property prices in Cottenham

Based on 112 recent sales, the median property price is £415,000 in Cottenham area, with individual transactions ranging from £133,000 up to £1,175,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	57	£550,000	£354,400	£445,000	£600,000	£701,000
Flats	1	£305,000	£305,000	£305,000	£305,000	£305,000
Semi-Detached	29	£380,000	£205,000	£325,000	£438,000	£518,600
Terraced	25	£305,000	£189,700	£280,000	£340,000	£395,000

10 years price trend in Cottenham

All postcodes in Cottenham

CB248PN

Water Lane

CB248RJ

Coolidge Gardens

CB248SX

Munnings Close

CB248RU

Cundell Drive

CB248TH

Lamb's Lane

CB248TQ

Lee Close

CB248UR

Tower Close

CB248AH

Ely Road

CB248AQ

Newton Close

CB248AY

Curringtons Close

CB248BG

Cottenham

CB248QJ

King Street

CB248QZ

Rooks Street

CB248RG

Beach Road

CB248RZ

Curringtons Close

CB248UN

Ellis Close

CB248AW

Bullfinch Way

CB248AZ

Cottenham

CB248QD

King Street

CB248UU

Goode Close

CB248TY

Pelham Close

CB248XH

Broad Lane

CB248XR

Sovereign Way

CB248XX

The Herons

CB248TU

Foundry Close

CB248XL

Bullfinch Way

CB248XP

Paxton Close

CB248XU

Bullfinch Way

CB248AR

Hawking Way

CB248QA

Church End

CB248SQ

Smith's Path

CB248TN

Orchard Close

CB248SJ

Ivatt Street

CB248TS

Cottenham

CB248FP

Beach Road

CB248BH

Cottenham

CB248PS

Alboro Close Drove

CB248QX

Corbett Street

CB248BN

Coolidge Close

CB248PT

Little Setchel Drove

CB248QF

Haven Drove

CB248SE

Cottenham

CB248TJ

Rampton Road

CB248XS

Leopold Walk

CB248RF

New Road

CB248UL

Pelham Way

CB248RR

Ely Road

CB248SA

Church Close

CB248SD

Rooks Street

CB248SP

Cottenham

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail