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About Barway
Barway is a small village located in Cambridgeshire, within the county of England. It lies in the eastern part of the county, near the border with Norfolk, and is part of the civil parish of Barway and Stilton. The village is situated close to the A1101 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as March and Ely. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and farmland surrounding the settlement. The population is modest, and the community is quiet and close-knit. The village has a church, St Mary's, which dates back to the 13th century and remains a focal point for local residents. The postcode area for Barway is CB7, which covers a broader region including parts of the surrounding countryside. The landscape reflects the typical East Anglian countryside, with rolling fields and traditional hedgerows.
School Ratings in Barway
Barway is served by 22 schools. Soham Village College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barway
Property prices average £341K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £433K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barway
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Barway, with 1 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barway
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barway falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Barway
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Barway, the nearest being St Mary's Surgery (3 miles away).
Local Data for Barway
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Property Prices 4,641 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CB7 postcode area.
Household Income in Barway ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barway is approximately £59,218 a year before tax, 7% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,324. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,324.
Businesses in Barway ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,385 active businesses based in Barway, around 49 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 42 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Barway IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barway in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Barway 3 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Barway falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Anti-social behaviour 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 5 stations
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Home Ownership in Barway
Of the 12,191 households in and around Barway, 64% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barway.