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Hardwick & Highfields

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About

Hardwick & Highfields is a rural area in South Cambridgeshire, located approximately 8 miles west of Cambridge. The area is characterised by a mix of farmland, open fields, and small residential developments. Hardwick, the larger of the two, has a village centre with local amenities, including a primary school and a pub, while Highfields is a smaller, more dispersed settlement. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside, with flat terrain and hedgerows.

The area is well-connected by road, with the A428 providing access to Cambridge and nearby towns like St Neots. Public transport options are limited, reflecting its rural nature. Hardwick & Highfields offers a quiet, residential environment, with walking paths and green spaces like Hardwick Wood providing recreational opportunities. The proximity to Cambridge makes it a practical choice for commuters seeking a balance between countryside living and city access.

Area overview

On average Hardwick & Highfields has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hardwick & Highfields is £61,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Hardwick & Highfields: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
42
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
8.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hardwick & Highfields Population
8,891
Population density
181.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,302
82.16%
Other White
663
7.46%
Indian
173
1.95%
Chinese
121
1.36%
White and Asian (mixed)
108
1.22%
Total population: 8,888

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,545
42.98%
Owns with a mortgage
1,203
33.46%
Private landlord or letting agency
353
9.82%
Social rents from council
187
5.2%
Other social rented
141
3.92%
Total households: 3,595

Property prices in Hardwick & Highfields

Based on 112 recent sales, the median property price is £459,000 in Hardwick & Highfields area, with individual transactions ranging from £126,000 up to £1,150,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hardwick & Highfields in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Hardwick & Highfields over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached53£600,000
Flats2£177,500
Semi-Detached45£407,500
Terraced12£316,250

10 years median price trend in Hardwick & Highfields

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hardwick & Highfields.

All postcodes in Hardwick & Highfields

CB237DQ

Long Road

CB237FA

The Mazles

CB237FL

Hardwick & Highfields

CB237QH

Church Lane

CB237QL

Meridian Close

CB237ZU

Hardwick & Highfields

SG80AP

Hardwick & Highfields

SG85RD

Cambridge Road

CB231HR

Ivett's Close

CB237BS

Barton Road

CB237NU

Main Street

CB237QJ

Millers Way

CB237XU

Egremont Road

CB231EN

Coach Drive

CB232NS

Church Lane

CB232NW

Field Road

CB237ZP

Strympole Way

CB237GJ

Mill Quern

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.