Find postcode

HIston, Impington & Orchard Park

About

Histon, Impington, and Orchard Park form a cluster of settlements just north of Cambridge, blending suburban living with rural charm. The area is well-connected to the city via the A14 and guided busway, making it popular with commuters. Histon and Impington retain a village feel with local shops, pubs, and green spaces like the Village Green and Histon Recreation Ground. Orchard Park, a newer development, offers modern housing and community facilities.

The area is home to several schools, including Histon & Impington Brook Primary School and Impington Village College. Open spaces like the Histon Road Cemetery and the nearby Milton Country Park provide outdoor recreation. The annual Histon Feast and Impington Village Show reflect the area’s community spirit. With a mix of historic cottages and contemporary homes, the area caters to a range of lifestyles while maintaining its distinct character.

Area overview

On average HIston, Impington & Orchard Park has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in HIston, Impington & Orchard Park is £58,800 per year. There are 7 schools in HIston, Impington & Orchard Park: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

10/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

HIston, Impington & Orchard Park Population

11,428

Population density

789.2 per km²

Demographics

British

8,355

73.12%

Other White

1,337

11.7%

Indian

303

2.65%

Chinese

167

1.46%

White and Asian (mixed)

156

1.37%

Total population: 11,427

Housing

Owns outright

1,562

33.31%

Owns with a mortgage

1,277

27.23%

Private landlord or letting agency

701

14.95%

Other social rented

558

11.9%

Social rents from council

338

7.21%

Total households: 4,689

Property prices in HIston, Impington & Orchard Park

Based on 112 recent sales, the median property price is £430,000 in HIston, Impington & Orchard Park area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £1,566,359.

Price distribution per property type (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 HIston, Impington & Orchard Park over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	27	£715,000	£406,800	£555,000	£845,000	£1,212,500
Flats	29	£275,000	£148,000	£248,000	£285,000	£339,000
Semi-Detached	37	£500,000	£324,000	£418,000	£595,000	£722,000
Terraced	19	£385,000	£241,500	£312,500	£430,000	£469,500

10 years median price trend in HIston, Impington & Orchard Park

Data Sources

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

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

Find postcode

HIston, Impington & Orchard Park

Interactive map displaying HIston, Impington & Orchard Park