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Soham North

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About

Soham North ward covers the northern half of the market town of Soham. The area is characterised by residential streets, local shops, and community facilities centred around the High Street. The landscape is largely flat, typical of the Cambridgeshire Fens, with open fields defining the ward's northern boundary. Soham's historical development as a trading and agricultural centre is evident in its street layout and building styles.

A notable local landmark is St. Andrew's Church, with its distinctive lantern tower visible across the area. The ward includes several educational institutions and recreational spaces like the recreation ground. The former railway line, now a path, traces the edge of the built-up area. Economic activity remains connected to the surrounding farmland, with some light industry located on the periphery.

Area overview

On average Soham North has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Soham North is £54,063 per year. There are 1 schools in Soham North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Soham North is home to around 6,994 people, with a population density of about 173.8 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
69
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
12.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Soham North Population
6,994
Population density
173.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
33.17(+5%)
Anti-social behaviour
20.16(+74%)
Criminal damage and arson
7.43(+17%)
Other theft
6.01(+10%)
Vehicle crime
5.72(+30%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,892
84.23%
Other White
688
9.84%
African
62
0.89%
Other
41
0.59%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
39
0.56%
Total population: 6,995

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,529
27.63%
No qualifications
1,076
19.45%
Level 3 (A level)
971
17.55%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
838
15.15%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
629
11.37%
Total 16+ residents: 5,533

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
951
33.04%
Owns outright
863
29.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
531
18.45%
Other social rented
350
12.16%
Shared ownership
63
2.19%
Total households: 2,878

Property prices in Soham North

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Soham North area, with individual transactions ranging from £117,500 up to £815,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Soham North 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 Soham North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached29£267,000
Flats3£142,500
Detached16£383,500
Terraced23£207,000

10 years median price trend in Soham North

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

All postcodes in Soham North

CB75GP

Kingfisher Drive

CB75DT

Blackthorn Court

CB75YS

Foxwood North

CB75EJ

Martin Close

CB76EE

Spencer Drove

CB75ZT

Herbert Human Close

CB75BT

Speed Lane

CB75ET

Silvers Close

CB75GD

Calfe Fen Close

CB75YT

Honeysuckle Close

CB75YR

Foxwood North

CB75EP

The Cotes

CB75EF

West Drive Gardens

CB75QN

Shocksham Terrace

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.