About Fordham

Fordham is a village located in Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area CB7. It lies approximately six miles from the historic city of Ely and is easily accessible via the A142 road. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and traditional housing. Fordham has a local primary school, a church, and a few small shops that cater to the daily needs of its residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and cycling, with various paths leading through the fields and along nearby waterways. The village is also close to the Fens, a unique landscape known for its flat terrain and agricultural land. Fordham's location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Cambridgeshire area, including nearby towns and attractions.

School Ratings in Fordham

Families in Fordham have access to 21 local schools. Soham Village College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Fordham

Homes sell for an average of £337K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £434K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Fordham

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Fordham, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Fordham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Fordham around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Fordham

Fordham 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 4,940 sales

Average Price £337K
£1K — £13.93M
Detached £434K 1,636
Semi £290K 1,232
Terraced £266K 1,201
Flat £204K 548

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Fordham CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Soham Village College Secondary Outstanding 2.3 miles St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Cambian Dunbroch School Good 2.5 miles Isleham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Soham Child and Family Zone Good 2.7 miles The Weatheralls Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.7 miles Exning Primary School Primary 3 miles Burwell Village College (Primary) Primary Good 3.2 miles The Shade Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Laureate Community Academy Primary 3.7 miles Paddocks Primary School Primary Good 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Fordham IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Fordham are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,233 Children (0-15) 18%
27,976 Working Age 62%
12,004 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.3% 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 Fordham 3 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Fordham 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.

1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Public Order
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 5 stations

Soham Train Station 2.7 miles
Newmarket Train Station 4.9 miles
Kennett Train Station 5.2 miles
Shippea Hill Train Station 8.3 miles
Waterbeach Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Landwade 1.2 miles Down Field 1.4 miles Snailwell 2.2 miles East Fen Common 2.2 miles Chippenham 2.6 miles Soham 2.6 miles Freckenham 2.8 miles Isleham 2.8 miles Exning 3.2 miles Burwell 3.5 miles Wicken 3.7 miles Broad Hill 4.2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in CB7 30 shown View all streets

A11 1 A142 5 Abbey Place 1 Adelaide Close 1 Allen Road 2 Allix Way 1 Angel Drove 2 Annesdale 1 Archers Close 1 Archery Crescent 1 Ash Grove 2 Ash Road 3 Aspen Close 1 Aspen Way 1 Aves Close 1 Avocet Grove 1 B1104 3 Back Hill 2 Back Lane 2 Badlingham Road 1 Bamford House 1 Bancroft Lane 1 Barcham Road 2 Bartholomew's Walk 3 Barton Mews 2 Barton Road 6 Barway Road 1 Beck Road 1 Beech Close 2 Beech Lane 1

Postcodes in CB7 50 shown View all postcodes

CB7 4AA CB7 4AD CB7 4AF CB7 4AH CB7 4AJ CB7 4AL CB7 4AN CB7 4AQ CB7 4AR CB7 4AS CB7 4AT CB7 4AU CB7 4AY CB7 4AZ CB7 4BA CB7 4BB CB7 4BD CB7 4BE CB7 4BG CB7 4BH CB7 4BJ CB7 4BL CB7 4BN CB7 4BP CB7 4BQ CB7 4BS CB7 4BU CB7 4BW CB7 4BX CB7 4BY CB7 4BZ CB7 4DA CB7 4DB CB7 4DD CB7 4DE CB7 4DF CB7 4DG CB7 4DH CB7 4DJ CB7 4DL CB7 4DN CB7 4DR CB7 4DS CB7 4DT CB7 4DU CB7 4DW CB7 4DX CB7 4DY CB7 4EA CB7 4EB