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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 21 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 £397K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £462K.
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 33 incidents recorded in May 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.
Healthcare in Bluntisham
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Bluntisham, the nearest being Over Surgery (2.6 miles away).
Local Data for Bluntisham
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Property Prices 8,078 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE28 postcode area.
Household Income in Bluntisham ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bluntisham 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 Bluntisham ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,491 active businesses based in Bluntisham, 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 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.
Crime in Bluntisham 115 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Bluntisham 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 1 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Bluntisham
Of the 21,809 households in and around Bluntisham, 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 Bluntisham.