About Abington Pigotts

Abington Pigotts is a small village located in Cambridgeshire, in the east of England. It lies within the SG8 postcode area and is situated near the border with Bedfordshire. The village is part of the civil parish of Abington, and its name reflects its historical roots, with 'Pigotts' likely derived from a personal name. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered houses typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside. The village is close to the A1198 road, which connects it to nearby towns and villages. There are no major landmarks or attractions within the village itself, but it offers a peaceful setting for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle. The surrounding landscape is characterised by farmland and hedgerows, with a few local amenities available in nearby settlements.

School Ratings in Abington Pigotts

Abington Pigotts is served by 21 schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Abington Pigotts

Property prices average £480K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £637K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Abington Pigotts

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Vehicle crime accounts for the highest share in Abington Pigotts, with 12 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Abington Pigotts

Abington Pigotts falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Abington Pigotts

Most properties in Abington Pigotts can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,858 sales

Average Price £480K
£1K — £46.2M
Detached £637K 2,172
Semi £401K 1,469
Terraced £334K 1,284
Flat £205K 651

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Steeple Morden CofE VC Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.5 miles Bassingbourn Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Bassingbourn Village College Secondary Good 1.7 miles Guilden Morden CofE Primary Academy Primary Good 1.7 miles Wrestlingworth CofE Infant School Primary Good 3.4 miles NH1 Royston and Villages Family Centre Good 3.5 miles Roman Way Academy Primary Good 3.5 miles Tannery Drift School Primary 3.7 miles Ashwell Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School Primary 4 miles King James Academy Royston All-through Good 4.2 miles Icknield Walk First School Primary 4.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Abington Pigotts IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Abington Pigotts among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,802 Children (0-15) 19%
30,973 Working Age 59%
14,829 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Abington Pigotts 83 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Abington Pigotts falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

34 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Vehicle Crime
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Burglary
4 Public Order
3 Other Theft
2 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Royston Train Station 3.7 miles
Ashwell And Morden Train Station 3.7 miles
Meldreth Train Station 4.6 miles
Shepreth Train Station 5.9 miles
Foxton Train Station 6.9 miles
Biggleswade Train Station 7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

North Brook End 0.6 miles Great Green 1.2 miles Shingay 1.2 miles Little Green 1.4 miles Morden Green 1.4 miles Litlington 1.4 miles Steeple Morden 1.8 miles Guilden Morden 2 miles Bassingbourn 2 miles Gatley End 2 miles Red Barn 2.2 miles Tadlow 2.2 miles

Local Government

District South Cambridgeshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward The Mordens
Constituency South Cambridgeshire
Parish Shingay cum Wendy
Region East of England

Streets in SG8 30 shown View all streets

A10 3 A1198 4 Abbotts Close 1 Abington Road 1 Abram's Lane 2 Ackroyd Road 1 Aintree Road 2 Aldous Court 1 Angel Pavement 1 Angle Lane 2 Anglia Business Park 3 Anvil Avenue 1 Armingford Crescent 1 Ascot Road 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Mill 2 Ash Way 1 Ashwell Road 5 Ashwell Street 4 Ashwell Street (Roman Road) 1 Austin Corner 1 B1039 6 B1042 3 Bakers Lane 1 Baldock Road 7 Baldock Street 2 Bannister Gardens 1 Barham Court 1 Barkway Road 3 Barkway Street 3

Postcodes in SG8 50 shown View all postcodes

SG8 0AA SG8 0AB SG8 0AD SG8 0AG SG8 0AH SG8 0AJ SG8 0AL SG8 0AN SG8 0AP SG8 0AQ SG8 0AR SG8 0AS SG8 0AT SG8 0AU SG8 0AW SG8 0AX SG8 0AY SG8 0AZ SG8 0BA SG8 0BB SG8 0BD SG8 0BE SG8 0BF SG8 0BG SG8 0BH SG8 0BJ SG8 0BL SG8 0BN SG8 0BP SG8 0BQ SG8 0BS SG8 0BT SG8 0BU SG8 0BW SG8 0BX SG8 0BZ SG8 0DA SG8 0DB SG8 0DJ SG8 0DL SG8 0DN SG8 0DP SG8 0DR SG8 0DT SG8 0DX SG8 0DZ SG8 0EA SG8 0ED SG8 0EE SG8 0EF