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Linton & Balsham

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About

Linton & Balsham are rural parishes in South Cambridgeshire, known for their historic charm and countryside setting. Linton, the larger of the two, features a mix of traditional cottages and modern housing, with a high street lined with independent shops and pubs. Balsham, a smaller village, retains a quiet, agricultural character with a medieval church and open fields. Both areas are surrounded by farmland and hedgerows, typical of the region’s landscape.

The area is well-connected, with Linton located near the A1307, providing easy access to Cambridge and Haverhill. Balsham sits further east, closer to the Suffolk border, offering a more secluded feel. Local amenities include primary schools, village halls, and community events, fostering a strong sense of community. The nearby Linton Zoo adds a unique attraction, while walking trails and bridleways appeal to outdoor enthusiasts. The combination of rural living and accessibility makes Linton & Balsham a practical choice for those seeking a balance between countryside and convenience.

Area overview

On average Linton & Balsham has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 30 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Linton & Balsham is £55,200 per year. There are 7 schools in Linton & Balsham: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

8/10

Social housing

12.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Linton & Balsham Population

9,304

Population density

76.5 per km²

Demographics

British

8,456

90.87%

Other White

404

4.34%

Irish

0.72%

Indian

0.58%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.56%

Total population: 9,306

Housing

Owns outright

1,640

41.86%

Owns with a mortgage

1,184

30.22%

Social rents from council

440

11.23%

Private landlord or letting agency

317

8.09%

Other social rented

167

4.26%

Total households: 3,918

Property prices in Linton & Balsham

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £423,000 in Linton & Balsham area, with individual transactions ranging from £114,000 up to £2,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	46	£557,500	£272,500	£397,500	£713,750	£926,250
Flats	3	£129,200	£115,520	£121,600	£194,600	£246,920
Semi-Detached	38	£395,000	£275,000	£326,750	£465,625	£601,750
Terraced	12	£255,000	£140,250	£217,500	£369,500	£457,125

10 years price trend in Linton & Balsham

All postcodes in Linton & Balsham

CB214QP

Dean Road

CB214RT

Streetly End

CB214SD

Burton End

CB214TF

Haverhill Road

CB214RG

Haverhill Road

CB214AS

Cambridge Road

CB214JY

Mill Lane

CB214LT

Lonsdale

CB214QG

Haverhill Road

CB214QA

Streetly End

CB214QH

Church Road

CB215PE

Brinkley Road

CB216BU

Balsham Road

CB215PA

Brinkley Road

CB214AB

Back Road

CB214RE

Haverhill Road

CB214SX

Bartlow Road

CB214SY

Bartlow Road

CB214XF

Balsham Road

CB215NE

Six Mile Bottom Road

CB215NL

High Street

CB215PH

Brinkley Road

CB216AY

Pampisford Road

CB102JQ

Linton & Balsham

CB214EB

Dolls Close

CB214DU

Woodhall Lane

CB214ND

Crossways

CB214NP

Field Close

CB214RN

Carsey Hill

CB214UX

Station Road

CB216BZ

High Street

CB214HE

Cambridge Road

CB214AG

Cambridge Road

CB214DG

West Wratting Road

CB214EW

Orchard Close

CB214NL

Cambridge Road

CB214PN

Bartlow Road

CB214UA

Maple Close

CB214XQ

Bawtree Crescent

CB80UP

Mill Road

CB89JZ

Carlton Green Road

CB214AH

Keene Fields

CB214DZ

Balsham Road

CB214HU

Market Lane

CB214JS

Coles Lane

CB214LJ

Rivey Close

CB214LL

Rivey Close

CB214TG

Linton & Balsham

CB214TN

Linton & Balsham

CB215NA

Bull Lane

CB214NH

Linton & Balsham

CB214PP

Camps Road

CB214NA

The Ridgeway

CB214BB

Skipper's Lane

CB214HS

High Street

CB214HX

Meadow Lane

CB214LW

Balsham Road

CB214RF

Horseheath Green

CB215LU

Hayter Close

CB214AX

Castle Meadow

CB214BE

Cambridge Road

CB214EP

Dairy Way

CB214SF

Burton End

CB214SP

High Street

CB214YT

Granta Leys

CB89WH

Brinkley Road

CB214JX

Church Lane

CB214AD

Goodliffe Avenue

CB214HF

Dungate Lane

CB214HG

Linton & Balsham

CB214JR

Linton & Balsham

CB214LN

Cambridge Road

CB214PW

Bartlow Road

CB214QR

Haverhill Road

CB214RU

Blacksmiths Lane

CB214TT

Linton & Balsham

CB214UY

West Wickham Road

CB215NT

Horseshoes Lane

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Data Sources

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

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