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About

Melbourn ward encompasses the village of Melbourn and its surrounding rural landscape in the southern part of the district. The area is characterised by agricultural land and residential streets, with the A10 road forming a significant transport route along its eastern edge. The community is served by local shops, schools, and public houses centred on the High Street.

The ward includes the Melbourn Science Park, a notable employment site hosting technology and biomedical companies. This facility is integrated near the village, contrasting with the open fields and smaller hamlets in the ward's boundaries. The River Mel flows through the area, with footpaths like the Melbourn Bury Green Walk connecting these different elements of the parish.

Area overview

On average Melbourn has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 48 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Melbourn is £67,277 per year. There are 4 schools in Melbourn: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Melbourn is home to around 8,281 people, with a population density of about 212.3 per km2.

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Melbourn Population

8,281

Population density

212.3 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

24.03(-23%)

Anti-social behaviour

10.02(-13%)

Burglary

5.43(+95%)

Public order

4.95(-5%)

Other theft

4.35(-22%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

7,352

88.8%

Other White

359

4.34%

Irish

0.82%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

0.75%

Other

0.74%

Total population: 8,279

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

2,775

41.29%

No qualifications

1,034

15.39%

Level 3 (A level)

998

14.85%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

843

12.54%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

619

9.21%

Total 16+ residents: 6,720

Housing

Owns outright

1,320

38.08%

Owns with a mortgage

1,040

30.01%

Social rents from council

406

11.71%

Private landlord or letting agency

285

8.22%

Other social rented

248

7.16%

Total households: 3,466

Property prices in Melbourn

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £405,000 in Melbourn area, with individual transactions ranging from £202,500 up to £1,370,000.

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 Melbourn over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	31	£630,000	£393,134	£507,500	£835,000	£1,275,000
Flats	9	£248,000	£205,500	£235,000	£265,000	£278,000
Semi-Detached	27	£371,250	£289,875	£340,000	£446,500	£561,000
Terraced	21	£372,500	£257,000	£315,000	£430,000	£510,000

10 years median price trend in Melbourn

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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

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