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About Barrington
Barrington is a village located in Cambridgeshire, within the CB22 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of St Ives and is situated near the River Great Ouse. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The church of St Mary, a Grade I listed building, is a prominent feature and reflects the area’s medieval heritage. The surrounding landscape is largely rural, with open fields and farmland typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside. The village is accessible by road via the A1101, which connects it to nearby towns and cities. Barrington is known for its peaceful environment and close-knit community, offering a quiet rural lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of larger centres.
School Ratings in Barrington
Families in Barrington have access to 22 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barrington
Homes sell for an average of £579K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £758K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barrington
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barrington, with 10 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barrington
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barrington 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 Barrington
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Barrington, the nearest being Harston Surgery (1.8 miles away).
Local Data for Barrington
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Property Prices 3,181 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CB22 postcode area.
Household Income in Barrington ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barrington is approximately £75,287 a year before tax, 36% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,656. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £53,656.
Businesses in Barrington ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,414 active businesses based in Barrington, around 57 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 34 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Barrington IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barrington 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 Barrington 33 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Barrington 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 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Barrington
Of the 10,511 households in and around Barrington, 72% 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 Barrington.