Bar Hill on the map
Built-up area1.1 km² (0.4 sq mi)
Location in CambridgeshireBar Hill sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bar Hill
Bar Hill is a small settlement located in Cambridgeshire, within the CB23 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of St Ives and is part of the civil parish of St Ives. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The landscape reflects the typical Cambridgeshire countryside, characterised by flat terrain and agricultural use. There are no major landmarks or commercial centres within Bar Hill itself, and the population remains modest. The village is accessible by road via the A1101, which connects it to nearby towns and villages. While it does not have a significant historical presence, it contributes to the wider rural character of the region. The community is quiet and residential, with local amenities limited to those found in the surrounding area.
School Ratings in Bar Hill
Families in Bar Hill have access to 55 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bar Hill
Homes sell for an average of £450K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £566K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bar Hill
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bar Hill, with 7 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bar Hill
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bar Hill among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Healthcare in Bar Hill
There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Bar Hill, the nearest being Maple Surgery Bar Hill Health Centre (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Bar Hill
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Property Prices 5,092 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CB23 postcode area.
Household Income in Bar Hill ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bar Hill is approximately £77,582 a year before tax, 40% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,242. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £53,242.
Businesses in Bar Hill ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,462 active businesses based in Bar Hill, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 26 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bar Hill IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bar Hill experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Bar Hill 31 crimes · April 2026
Crime levels in Bar Hill are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bar Hill
Of the 14,916 households in and around Bar Hill, 72% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 14% 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 Bar Hill.