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About Arrington
Arrington is a village located in Cambridgeshire, in the east of England. It lies within the SG8 postcode area and is situated near the border with Essex. The village is part of the civil parish of Arrington and has a long history, with records indicating its existence in the Domesday Book of 1086. The local landscape is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered farmsteads typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside. The village centre features a small cluster of traditional buildings, including a church and a few cottages, reflecting its historical development. Arrington is well-connected by road, with the A1101 passing nearby, providing access to nearby towns such as Saffron Walden and Braintree. The area is popular with those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle, and the surrounding countryside offers pleasant walking and cycling routes.
School Ratings in Arrington
Arrington is served by 12 schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Arrington
Property prices average £484K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £643K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Arrington
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Arrington, with 32 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Arrington
Arrington 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.
Local Data for Arrington
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Property Prices 5,595 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SG8 postcode area.
Household Income in Arrington ONS 2023
The average total household income in Arrington is approximately £68,635 a year before tax, 24% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,212. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,212.
Businesses in Arrington ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,991 active businesses based in Arrington, around 50 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 38 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Arrington IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Arrington 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.
Crime in Arrington 116 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Arrington 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Arrington
Of the 16,791 households in and around Arrington, 73% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Arrington.