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About

Romsey is a residential area located in the southeast of Cambridge, known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses. The ward is bordered by Mill Road, a bustling street with independent shops, cafes, and cultural venues. Romsey has a strong sense of community, with local events often held at St Barnabas Church or the Romsey Recreation Ground.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to Cambridge city centre via walking, cycling, or public transport. Romsey Recreation Ground provides green space for residents, while the nearby Coldham’s Common offers larger open areas for sports and leisure. The ward’s proximity to the railway station makes it convenient for commuters. Romsey balances residential quiet with the lively atmosphere of Mill Road, making it a practical choice for many in Cambridge.

Area overview

On average Romsey has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Romsey is £59,700 per year. There are 1 schools in Romsey: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
69
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
14.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Romsey Population
10,189
Population density
6,855.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,155
50.59%
Other White
2,162
21.22%
Other Asian
405
3.97%
Other
404
3.97%
Indian
346
3.4%
Total population: 10,189

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,548
38.3%
Owns with a mortgage
918
22.71%
Owns outright
870
21.52%
Social rents from council
353
8.73%
Other social rented
210
5.2%
Total households: 4,042

Property prices in Romsey

Based on 112 recent sales, the median property price is £478,500 in Romsey area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £1,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Romsey 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 Romsey over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£530,552
Flats22£328,750
Semi-Detached12£591,000
Terraced76£500,000

10 years median price trend in Romsey

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Romsey.

All postcodes in Romsey

CB13DD

Romsey Road

CB13HL

Brampton Road

CB13HS

Coldham's Lane

CB13LY

David Street

CB13AL

Catharine Street

CB13DG

Mill Road

CB13DT

Vinery Road

CB13HE

Coldhams Place

CB13PU

Hobart Road

CB13BH

Cavendish Place

CB13EL

Cromwell Road

CB13JJ

Janes Court

CB13AB

Great Eastern Street

CB13AD

Great Eastern Street

CB13DL

Janes Court

CB13EQ

Cromwell Road

CB13EY

Malta Road

CB13HZ

Coldham's Lane

CB13NR

Montreal Road

CB13XB

St Philip's Road

CB13AQ

St Philip's Road

CB13FJ

Cromwell Road

CB13NB

Cockburn Street

CB13NU

Coleridge Road

CB13NW

Brookfields

CB13GN

Vinery Park

CB13UZ

Ross Street

CB13XD

Ross Street

CB13DR

Vinery Road

CB13DS

Vinery Road

CB13DW

Vinery Road

CB13FN

Romsey

CB13QJ

Greville Road

CB13AY

Brampton Road

CB13UY

Ross Street

CB13AR

Catharine Street

CB13EE

Cromwell Road

CB13HR

Barnwell Road

CB13LR

Argyle Street

CB13NF

Mill Road

CB13PA

Burnside

Data Sources

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