Sawtry and Gidding are located in Huntingdonshire, a rural district in Cambridgeshire. Sawtry is the larger of the two, with a mix of residential areas and local amenities, including shops, schools, and leisure facilities. The village has historical roots, with parts dating back to medieval times, and is surrounded by farmland and woodland. Nearby, Gidding is a smaller, quieter settlement with a more agricultural character, known for its picturesque countryside and historic church.
The area benefits from good transport links, with the A1(M) running close to Sawtry, providing easy access to Peterborough and Huntingdon. The surrounding landscape is typical of the region, with open fields, hedgerows, and pockets of woodland. Both villages offer a sense of community, with local events and activities often centred around village halls and churches. The nearby Grafham Water reservoir provides opportunities for outdoor recreation, including walking, cycling, and water sports.
Area overview
On average Sawtry & Gidding has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sawtry & Gidding is £49,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Sawtry & Gidding: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
55
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
9.9%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Sawtry & Gidding Population
7,085
Population density
80.6 per km²
Demographics
Ethnic groups
British
6,489
91.6%
Other White
254
3.59%
African
40
0.56%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
38
0.54%
White and Asian (mixed)
35
0.49%
Total population: 7,084
Religion
Christian
3,457
48.79%
No religion
3,093
43.65%
Not answered
420
5.93%
Other religion
38
0.54%
Muslim
26
0.37%
Total population: 7,086
Education (age 16+)
Level 4+ (Degree)
1,764
30.03%
Level 3 (A level)
1,115
18.98%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
978
16.65%
No qualifications
900
15.32%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
662
11.27%
Total 16+ residents: 5,875
Economic activity (age 16+)
Employed
3,590
61.13%
Retired
1,431
24.37%
Looking after home or family
203
3.46%
Long-term sick or disabled
172
2.93%
Student
162
2.76%
Total 16+ residents: 5,873
Housing
Housing tenure
Owns outright
1,151
37.81%
Owns with a mortgage
1,089
35.78%
Private landlord or letting agency
366
12.02%
Other social rented
262
8.61%
Social rents from council
62
2.04%
Total households: 3,044
Housing type
Detached
1,582
52.04%
Semi-detached
1,073
35.3%
Terraced
226
7.43%
Purpose-built flat
79
2.6%
Caravan/temporary
36
1.18%
Total households: 3,040
Property prices in Sawtry & Gidding
Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £304,500 in Sawtry & Gidding area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £1,400,000.
Price distribution per property type (last
year)
Price distribution by property type for Sawtry & Gidding 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 Sawtry & Gidding over the last year.
Type
Sales
Median
5th percentile
25th percentile (Lower quartile)
75th percentile (Upper quartile)
95th percentile
Detached
68
£392,500
£245,250
£314,000
£518,125
£653,250
Flats
1
£110,000
£110,000
£110,000
£110,000
£110,000
Semi-Detached
33
£260,000
£210,000
£244,000
£288,000
£377,000
Terraced
16
£195,500
£149,250
£173,750
£246,250
£413,000
10 years median price trend
in Sawtry & Gidding
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Sawtry & Gidding.
