About Bluntisham

Bluntisham is a small village located in Cambridgeshire, in the eastern part of England. It lies within the PE28 postcode area and is situated near the border with Lincolnshire. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by open countryside typical of the region. The local area is known for its agricultural land, with fields of crops and pastureland forming the landscape. There is a church in the village, which serves as a focal point for the community. The village has a small primary school and a few local amenities, including a village hall and a pub. Bluntisham is close to the town of St Ives and is accessible via local roads connecting to the A1101. The population is modest, and the community is quiet and close-knit.

School Ratings in Bluntisham

Families in Bluntisham have access to 20 local schools. Somersham Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bluntisham

Homes sell for an average of £401K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £464K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bluntisham

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bluntisham, with 18 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bluntisham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bluntisham 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bluntisham

Bluntisham benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 8,170 sales

Average Price £401K
£650 £12.23M
Detached £464K 4,124
Semi £294K 2,268
Terraced £248K 1,101
Flat £162K 301

Deprivation and Employment in Bluntisham IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bluntisham 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.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
13,930 Children (0-15) 18%
47,676 Working Age 61%
22,352 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.9% 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 Bluntisham 117 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bluntisham 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.

51 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Other Theft
7 Drugs
7 Public Order
5 Bicycle Theft
4 Weapons
2 Other Crime
1 Burglary
1 Shoplifting
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Huntingdon Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Local Government

District Huntingdonshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Great Staughton
Constituency North West Cambridgeshire
Parish Ellington
Region East of England