Castle Camps on the map

Castle Camps built-up area

Built-up area0.2 km² (0.1 sq mi)

Location in CambridgeshireCastle Camps sits where the marker shows within the county.

16,675
Population
6,282
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£70,850
Avg. household income
815
Businesses
103
People per km²
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About Castle Camps

Castle Camps is a village located in Cambridgeshire, within the CB21 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of St Ives and is situated near the A1101 road, providing access to surrounding areas. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The name 'Castle Camps' derives from the remains of a Norman motte-and-bailey castle, which is now a scheduled monument. The site is visible as a raised earthwork, though no structures remain above ground. The village itself is small, with a mix of residential properties and open countryside. It is part of the civil parish of Castle Camps and is served by local amenities including a church, a village hall, and a primary school. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Cambridgeshire fens, with flat fields and agricultural land.

School Ratings in Castle Camps

Families in Castle Camps have access to 19 local schools. Pilgrim Pathways School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Castle Camps

Homes sell for an average of £564K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £639K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Castle Camps

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other crime is the leading concern across Castle Camps, with 1 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Castle Camps

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Castle Camps 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 Castle Camps

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Castle Camps, the nearest being Unity Healthcare (2 miles away).

Local Data for Castle Camps

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Property Prices 1,885 sales

Average Price £564K
£675 , £20.08M
Detached £639K 877
Semi £400K 543
Terraced £330K 288
Flat £212K 43

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 6
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CB21 postcode area.

Castle Camps Church of England (Controlled) Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Clements Primary Academy Primary Good 1.9 miles Burton End Primary Academy Primary Good 1.9 miles St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill Primary Good 1.9 miles Cartwheels Family Hub Good 2 miles Castle Manor Academy Secondary Good 2.3 miles Place Farm Primary Academy Primary Good 2.4 miles New Cangle Community Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Ashdon Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Samuel Ward Academy Secondary Good 3.2 miles Westfield Primary Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles Steeple Bumpstead Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles

Household Income in Castle Camps ONS 2023

The average total household income in Castle Camps is approximately £70,850 a year before tax, 28% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £50,068. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Castle Camps £70,850
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £50,068.

Businesses in Castle Camps ONS 2025

There are approximately 815 active businesses based in Castle Camps, around 49 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

815 Total businesses
49 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Castle Camps IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Castle Camps 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
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 24%
2,968 Children (0-15) 18%
9,723 Working Age 58%
3,989 Older (65+) 24%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.8% 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 Castle Camps 1 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Castle Camps are lower than the England and Wales average. While other crime is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Other Crime 1
Local Policing
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Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Great Chesterford Train Station 8 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 9.3 miles
Whittlesford Parkway Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Nosterfield End 0.6 miles Olmstead Green 1.2 miles Pale Green 1.4 miles Hazel Stub 1.4 miles Camps End 1.4 miles Shudy Camps 1.4 miles Mill Green 1.4 miles Helions Bumpstead 1.8 miles Wiggens Green 2 miles Haverhill 2.2 miles Hanchett Village 2.2 miles Cardinal's Green 2.2 miles

Local Government

District South Cambridgeshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Linton
Constituency South East Cambridgeshire
Parish Linton
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Castle Camps

Of the 7,097 households in and around Castle Camps, 71% are owned, 15% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 71% Social rented 15% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Castle Camps.

Frequently Asked Questions about Castle Camps

What is the population of Castle Camps?
Castle Camps has a population of approximately 16,675 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Castle Camps?
The average property in and around Castle Camps sold for about £564,400, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 62% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Castle Camps a deprived area?
Castle Camps sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Castle Camps?
Castle Camps is covered by the CB21 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Castle Camps?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Castle Camps, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Castle Camps?
The nearest railway station to Castle Camps is Great Chesterford Train Station, about 8 miles away.

Streets in CB21 30 shown View all streets

A11 2 A1307 2 Alec Rolph Close 1 All Saints Road 1 Angle End 1 Anvil Close 1 Apthorpe Street 1 Armistice Close 1 Ashdon Road 1 Audley Way 1 B1052 2 Babraham Road 1 Back Hill 1 Back Road 4 Bakers Lane 1 Bakersfield Cottages 1 Balingdon Lane 2 Balsham Road 3 Bangs Close 1 Barley Way 1 Barnsfield 1 Barrows Way 1 Bartlow Barns 2 Bartlow Road 10 Bartons Close 1 Bawtree Crescent 1 Beech Road 2 Beech Way 1 Bensteads End 1 Bilberry End 1

Postcodes in CB21 50 shown View all postcodes

CB21 4AA CB21 4AB CB21 4AD CB21 4AE CB21 4AF CB21 4AG CB21 4AH CB21 4AL CB21 4AN CB21 4AP CB21 4AQ CB21 4AR CB21 4AS CB21 4AT CB21 4AU CB21 4AW CB21 4AX CB21 4AY CB21 4AZ CB21 4BA CB21 4BB CB21 4BD CB21 4BE CB21 4BF CB21 4BG CB21 4DG CB21 4DJ CB21 4DP CB21 4DS CB21 4DT CB21 4DU CB21 4DW CB21 4DX CB21 4DY CB21 4DZ CB21 4EA CB21 4EB CB21 4ED CB21 4EE CB21 4EF CB21 4EG CB21 4EH CB21 4EJ CB21 4EL CB21 4EN CB21 4EP CB21 4EQ CB21 4ER CB21 4ES CB21 4EU