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Location in CambridgeshireBarham sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Barham
Barham is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, in the eastern part of England. It lies within the PE28 postcode area and is situated near the border with Norfolk. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by open countryside typical of the region. Barham is close to the River Great Ouse, which contributes to the area’s rural character. The village has a community hall and a small shop, providing basic amenities for residents. It is well connected by road, with the A1101 passing nearby, offering access to nearby towns such as Ely and Wisbech. The area is known for its agricultural landscape, with fields and farmland dominating the surroundings. Barham is a quiet, settled community with a strong sense of local identity.
School Ratings in Barham
Families in Barham have access to 5 local schools. Somersham Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barham
Homes sell for an average of £397K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £462K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barham
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barham, with 33 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barham
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barham 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.
Local Data for Barham
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Property Prices 8,078 sales
Schools & Education 5 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE28 postcode area.
Household Income in Barham ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barham 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.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,676.
Businesses in Barham ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,491 active businesses based in Barham, 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Barham IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barham 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 Barham 115 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Barham are lower than the England and Wales average. While anti-social behaviour 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 2 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Barham
Of the 21,809 households in and around Barham, 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%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barham.