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Soham

England / East of England / East Cambridgeshire / Soham

About

Soham is a market town in East Cambridgeshire, located about 7 miles southeast of Ely. The town covers an area of approximately 10 square miles and is surrounded by flat, agricultural land. Soham has a population of around 11,000 people, with a mix of historic buildings and modern developments. The town’s layout centers around the High Street, which features local shops, pubs, and services.

Soham has strong transport links, with the A142 road connecting it to Ely and Newmarket. The town is known for its historical significance, including the medieval St Andrew’s Church and the former Soham Grammar School. Nearby, Soham Mere provides a natural wetland area. The town also has several schools, sports facilities, and community events, making it a functional hub for the surrounding rural area.

Area overview

On average Soham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Soham is £47,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Soham: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
57
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
10.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Soham Population
13,242
Population density
192.9 per km²

Demographics

British
11,130
84.05%
Other White
1,302
9.83%
Other
99
0.75%
African
93
0.7%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
77
0.58%
Total population: 13,242

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,782
31.8%
Owns outright
1,660
29.62%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,005
17.93%
Other social rented
759
13.54%
Social rents from council
137
2.44%
Total households: 5,604

Property prices in Soham

Based on 178 recent sales, the median property price is £275,000 in Soham area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,000 up to £1,050,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached69£370,000
Flats15£158,500
Semi-Detached48£266,000
Terraced46£230,000

10 years price trend in Soham

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Data Sources

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