About Fen Drayton

Fen Drayton is a village located in Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area CB24. It is situated approximately 10 miles northwest of Cambridge and is part of the larger Fenland area. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. Fen Drayton is also known for its proximity to the RSPB Fen Drayton Lakes nature reserve, which provides opportunities for birdwatching and enjoying the local wildlife. The village has a primary school, a church, and a community centre that hosts various local events. Fen Drayton is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding countryside offers scenic views and walking paths, appealing to those who enjoy outdoor activities. Overall, Fen Drayton provides a peaceful setting for residents and visitors alike.

School Ratings in Fen Drayton

Families in Fen Drayton have access to 27 local schools. Histon and Impington Park Primary School, The Cavendish School and Swavesey Village College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Fen Drayton

Homes sell for an average of £436K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £506K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Fen Drayton

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Fen Drayton, with 16 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Fen Drayton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Fen Drayton 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 Fen Drayton

Fen Drayton 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 6,061 sales

Average Price £436K
£1K — £39.81M
Detached £506K 2,630
Semi £368K 1,652
Terraced £298K 1,068
Flat £217K 433

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Fen Drayton Primary School Primary Good 85 yards Fenstanton and Hilton Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Swavesey Village College Secondary Outstanding 1.6 miles Swavesey Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Holywell CofE Primary School Primary 2 miles St Ives Child and Family Zone Good 2.4 miles Eastfield Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 2.5 miles Westfield Junior School Primary Good 2.5 miles Hemingford Grey Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Over Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.8 miles St Ivo Academy Secondary Good 2.9 miles Wheatfields Primary School Primary 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Fen Drayton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Fen Drayton 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
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
8/10
8,688 Children (0-15) 19%
29,243 Working Age 63%
10,943 Older (60+) 24%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.8% 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 Fen Drayton 73 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Fen Drayton 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.

18 Violence & Sexual Offences
16 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Vehicle Crime
6 Burglary
5 Public Order
4 Bicycle Theft
3 Other Theft
2 Shoplifting
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
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 2 stations

Huntingdon Train Station 6.6 miles
St Neots Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fenstanton 1.2 miles Holywell 1.2 miles Conington 1.4 miles Swavesey 1.9 miles Church End 2 miles Boxworth End 2 miles Boxworth 2.6 miles Needingworth 2.6 miles The Green 2.8 miles Over 2.8 miles Hemingford Grey 2.8 miles St Ives 3.1 miles

Local Government

District South Cambridgeshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Longstanton
Constituency South Cambridgeshire
Parish Northstowe
Region East of England

Streets in CB24 30 shown View all streets

A10 2 A14 2 Aingers Road 1 Alfred Close 1 Alice Way 1 Allington Close 1 Alstead Road 1 Ambrose Way 1 Anderson Road 3 Anglesey Way 1 Appletree Close 1 Arcadia Gardens 1 Aspinalls Yard 1 Asplin's Close 1 Augustus Road 1 Badgers Holt 1 Balland Field 2 Ballard Close 1 Barnabas Court 1 Barns Close 1 Barrowcrofts 1 Barwell Close 1 Beach Road 3 Beagle Court 1 Bell Hill 1 Belsars Close 1 Bene't Close 1 Berrycroft 2 Bishop Way 1 Black Horse Lane 1

Postcodes in CB24 50 shown View all postcodes

CB24 1AA CB24 1AD CB24 1AE CB24 1AF CB24 1AG CB24 1AH CB24 1AJ CB24 1AL CB24 1AN CB24 1AP CB24 1AQ CB24 1AR CB24 1AS CB24 1AT CB24 1AU CB24 1AW CB24 1AX CB24 1AY CB24 1AZ CB24 1BA CB24 1BB CB24 1BD CB24 1BE CB24 1BF CB24 1BG CB24 1BH CB24 1BJ CB24 1BL CB24 1BN CB24 1BP CB24 1BQ CB24 1BR CB24 1BS CB24 1BT CB24 1BU CB24 1BW CB24 1BX CB24 1BY CB24 1BZ CB24 1DA CB24 1DB CB24 1DD CB24 1DE CB24 1DF CB24 1DG CB24 1DH CB24 1DJ CB24 1DL CB24 1DN CB24 1DP