Alconbury Weston on the map

Alconbury Weston built-up area

Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)

Location in CambridgeshireAlconbury Weston sits where the marker shows within the county.

52,635
Population
19,026
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£67,737
Avg. household income
2,491
Businesses
109
People per km²
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About Alconbury Weston

Alconbury Weston is a small village located in Cambridgeshire, in the eastern part of England. It lies within the PE28 postcode area and is situated near the border with Lincolnshire. The village is part of the wider Alconbury area, which includes the nearby military base and the larger settlement of Alconbury. The landscape around Alconbury Weston is predominantly rural, with open fields and farmland typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside. The village itself is modest in size, with a small number of residential properties and a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. It is not far from the town of Peterborough, which provides access to larger amenities and transport links. The area is known for its agricultural heritage and is largely unspoilt by urban development.

School Ratings in Alconbury Weston

There are 20 schools in and around Alconbury Weston. Somersham Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Alconbury Weston

The average property price is £397K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £462K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Alconbury Weston

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Alconbury Weston, with 33 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Alconbury Weston

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Alconbury Weston ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Alconbury Weston

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Alconbury Weston, the nearest being Alconbury Surgery (0.8 miles away).

Local Data for Alconbury Weston

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Property Prices 8,078 sales

Average Price £397K
£650 , £18.95M
Detached £462K 4,061
Semi £294K 2,242
Terraced £255K 1,103
Flat £170K 287

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
3 Secondary
5 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 13
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE28 postcode area.

Alconbury CofE Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Ermine Street Church Academy Primary Good 1.9 miles Prestley Wood Academy Not applicable 2.2 miles Abbots Ripton CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Spaldwick Primary School Primary 3.8 miles Cromwell Academy Primary Good 3.9 miles Brampton Village Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Stukeley Meadows Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Sawtry Infants' School Primary 4.2 miles Sawtry Junior Academy Primary Good 4.2 miles Sawtry Village Academy Secondary Good 4.3 miles Hinchingbrooke School Secondary Good 4.4 miles

Household Income in Alconbury Weston ONS 2023

The average total household income in Alconbury Weston is approximately £67,737 a year before tax, 22% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,676. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Alconbury Weston £67,737
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £47,676.

Businesses in Alconbury Weston ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,491 active businesses based in Alconbury Weston, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 51 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,491 Total businesses
47 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Alconbury Weston IMD 2025

Alconbury Weston is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 22%
9,127 Children (0-15) 17%
31,931 Working Age 61%
11,585 Older (65+) 22%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.9% 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 Alconbury Weston 115 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Alconbury Weston records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Anti-social behaviour is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Anti-Social Behaviour 33
Violence & Sexual Offences 25
Criminal Damage & Arson 13
Shoplifting 7
Vehicle Crime 7
Public Order 6
Other Crime 6
Burglary 5
Drugs 5
Other Theft 5
Weapons 2
Bicycle Theft 1
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 2 stations

Huntingdon Train Station 4.7 miles
St Neots Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Alconbury 0.9 miles Upton 1.2 miles Woolley 1.8 miles Buckworth 1.9 miles Little Stukeley 2 miles Barham 2.6 miles Coppingford 2.6 miles Great Stukeley 2.8 miles Hamerton 3.1 miles Owl End 3.2 miles Green End 3.3 miles Ellington 3.3 miles

Local Government

District Huntingdonshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Great Staughton
Constituency North West Cambridgeshire
Parish Ellington
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Alconbury Weston

Of the 21,809 households in and around Alconbury Weston, 76% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 10% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Alconbury Weston.

Frequently Asked Questions about Alconbury Weston

What is the population of Alconbury Weston?
Alconbury Weston has a population of approximately 52,635 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Alconbury Weston?
The average property in and around Alconbury Weston sold for about £396,525, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 14% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Alconbury Weston a deprived area?
Alconbury Weston sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Alconbury Weston?
Alconbury Weston is covered by the PE28 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Alconbury Weston?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Alconbury Weston, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Alconbury Weston?
The nearest railway station to Alconbury Weston is Huntingdon Train Station, about 4.7 miles away.

Streets in PE28 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 A1096 1 A1307 7 A14 2 A141 1 Abbot's Close 1 Abbots Close 1 Abbots Ripton Road 1 Abbott Close 1 Acheson Road 1 Adelaide Walk 1 Alconbury Hill 2 Alconbury Road 1 All Saints Way 2 Allen's Orchard 1 Allsopp Crescent 1 Alpha Lane 1 Alsyke Close 1 Alwin Close 1 Annesley Close 1 Ansley Road 1 Apple Tree Close 1 Aragon Place 1 Armstrong Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Court 1 Ash End 1 Ashdale Close 1 Ashfield 2 Aylott Close 1

Postcodes in PE28 50 shown View all postcodes

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