About Bassingbourn

Bassingbourn is a village located in Cambridgeshire, within the SG8 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of Royston and is situated near the A10 road, making it accessible from both Cambridge and London. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. A notable feature is the presence of Bassingbourn Barracks, a military installation that has been used by the British Army and, at various times, by American forces. The surrounding area is predominantly rural, with open fields and farmland typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside. The village itself is modest in size, with a mix of residential properties and local amenities. Its location offers a peaceful environment while remaining within reach of larger towns and transport links.

School Ratings in Bassingbourn

There are 20 schools in and around Bassingbourn. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bassingbourn

The average property price is £480K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £637K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bassingbourn

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Vehicle crime is prevalent across Bassingbourn, with 12 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bassingbourn

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bassingbourn ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bassingbourn

Broadband speeds in Bassingbourn are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,858 sales

Average Price £480K
£1K — £46.2M
Detached £637K 2,172
Semi £401K 1,469
Terraced £334K 1,284
Flat £205K 651

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Bassingbourn Village College Secondary Good 0.3 miles Bassingbourn Primary School Primary 0.4 miles NH1 Royston and Villages Family Centre Good 1.6 miles Roman Way Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Tannery Drift School Primary 1.9 miles St Mary Roman Catholic Primary School Primary 2.2 miles King James Academy Royston All-through Good 2.2 miles Icknield Walk First School Primary 2.3 miles Studlands Rise First School Primary 2.5 miles Aurora Meldreth Manor School Requires Improvement 3 miles Meldreth Primary School Primary 3 miles Steeple Morden CofE VC Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bassingbourn IMD 2025

Bassingbourn is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,802 Children (0-15) 19%
30,973 Working Age 59%
14,829 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bassingbourn 83 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Bassingbourn records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

34 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Vehicle Crime
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Burglary
4 Public Order
3 Other Theft
2 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Royston Train Station 1.9 miles
Meldreth Train Station 2.9 miles
Ashwell And Morden Train Station 3.8 miles
Shepreth Train Station 4.6 miles
Foxton Train Station 5.5 miles
Baldock Train Station 8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kneesworth 0.9 miles Litlington 1.4 miles Dyer's Green 1.8 miles Royston 1.8 miles Abington Pigotts 2 miles Whaddon Gap 2 miles Whaddon 2.2 miles North Brook End 2.6 miles Morden Green 2.6 miles Wendy 2.6 miles Shingay 2.6 miles Chiswick End 2.8 miles

Local Government

District South Cambridgeshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward The Mordens
Constituency South Cambridgeshire
Parish Shingay cum Wendy
Region East of England

Streets in SG8 30 shown View all streets

A10 3 A1198 4 Abbotts Close 1 Abington Road 1 Abram's Lane 2 Ackroyd Road 1 Aintree Road 2 Aldous Court 1 Angel Pavement 1 Angle Lane 2 Anglia Business Park 3 Anvil Avenue 1 Armingford Crescent 1 Ascot Road 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Mill 2 Ash Way 1 Ashwell Road 5 Ashwell Street 4 Ashwell Street (Roman Road) 1 Austin Corner 1 B1039 6 B1042 3 Bakers Lane 1 Baldock Road 7 Baldock Street 2 Bannister Gardens 1 Barham Court 1 Barkway Road 3 Barkway Street 3

Postcodes in SG8 50 shown View all postcodes

SG8 0AA SG8 0AB SG8 0AD SG8 0AG SG8 0AH SG8 0AJ SG8 0AL SG8 0AN SG8 0AP SG8 0AQ SG8 0AR SG8 0AS SG8 0AT SG8 0AU SG8 0AW SG8 0AX SG8 0AY SG8 0AZ SG8 0BA SG8 0BB SG8 0BD SG8 0BE SG8 0BF SG8 0BG SG8 0BH SG8 0BJ SG8 0BL SG8 0BN SG8 0BP SG8 0BQ SG8 0BS SG8 0BT SG8 0BU SG8 0BW SG8 0BX SG8 0BZ SG8 0DA SG8 0DB SG8 0DJ SG8 0DL SG8 0DN SG8 0DP SG8 0DR SG8 0DT SG8 0DX SG8 0DZ SG8 0EA SG8 0ED SG8 0EE SG8 0EF