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St Ives West

England / East of England / Huntingdonshire / St Ives West

About

St Ives West ward is located in the town of St Ives, within the district of Huntingdonshire, Cambridgeshire. The area includes residential neighbourhoods, local amenities, and green spaces such as Holt Island and the River Great Ouse. It is well-connected by road, with the A14 providing access to nearby towns and cities. The ward also features a mix of housing, from older properties to newer developments.

The town centre of St Ives is nearby, offering shops, cafes, and a weekly market. The ward has schools, healthcare facilities, and leisure options, including parks and walking trails along the river. Public transport links include bus services to Cambridge and Peterborough. St Ives West maintains a balance between urban convenience and natural surroundings, with the river playing a central role in the area's character.

Area overview

On average St Ives West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in St Ives West is £51,800 per year. There are 1 schools in St Ives West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
8.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

St Ives West Population
2,965
Population density
2,456.1 per km²

Demographics

British
2,569
86.59%
Other White
131
4.42%
Pakistani
69
2.33%
Bangladeshi
30
1.01%
White and Asian (mixed)
30
1.01%
Total population: 2,967

Housing

Owns outright
588
45.76%
Owns with a mortgage
401
31.21%
Private landlord or letting agency
143
11.13%
Other social rented
100
7.78%
Other forms of private rent
22
1.71%
Total households: 1,285

Property prices in St Ives West

Based on 33 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in St Ives West area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,500 up to £575,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£440,000
Flats2£141,500
Semi-Detached13£273,305
Terraced8£277,500

10 years price trend in St Ives West

Data Sources

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