About Fulbourn

Fulbourn is a village located in Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area CB21. It lies approximately three miles east of the city of Cambridge, making it a convenient location for those who wish to enjoy both village life and the amenities of a larger city. The village features a mix of residential homes, local shops, and community facilities, providing essential services to its residents. The area is characterised by its green spaces and open fields, which offer opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. Fulbourn also has a number of historical buildings, including the 12th-century St. Vigor's Church, which adds to the village's character. Regular community events and local gatherings foster a sense of belonging among residents, making it an engaging place to live or visit.

School Ratings in Fulbourn

Families in Fulbourn have access to 87 local schools. Pilgrim Pathways School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Fulbourn

Homes sell for an average of £579K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £646K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Fulbourn

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Fulbourn

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Fulbourn 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 Fulbourn

Broadband services in Fulbourn range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,831 sales

Average Price £579K
£675 — £20M
Detached £646K 895
Semi £405K 522
Terraced £333K 253
Flat £222K 33

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

38 Primary
10 Secondary
39 Other
Waldorf Cambridge School Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Fulbourn Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Landmark International School Good 0.4 miles Cherry Hinton Child and Family Site Good 1.4 miles Bewick Bridge Community Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Colville Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Cherry Hinton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Teversham CofE VA Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles The Spinney Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Holme Court School Good 2.1 miles Cambridge International School Good 2.1 miles The Netherhall School Secondary Good 2.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Fulbourn IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Fulbourn 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
4,028 Children (0-15) 17%
14,661 Working Age 62%
6,450 Older (60+) 27%
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 Fulbourn 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Fulbourn 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 small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Cambridgeshire South Cambridgeshire Visit force website →
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 6 stations

Shelford (Cambs) Train Station 4.1 miles
Waterbeach Train Station 5.5 miles
Whittlesford Parkway Train Station 6.1 miles
Foxton Train Station 8.3 miles
Great Chesterford Train Station 8.7 miles
Newmarket Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Frog End 1.8 miles Teversham 1.8 miles Cherry Hinton 1.9 miles Great Wilbraham 2 miles Little Wilbraham 2.2 miles Stow cum Quy 2.6 miles Coldham's Common 2.8 miles Romsey Town 2.8 miles Bottisham 3.1 miles Fen Ditton 3.1 miles Cambridge 3.3 miles Babraham 3.7 miles

Local Government

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

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 4AW CB21 4AX CB21 4AY CB21 4AZ CB21 4BA CB21 4BB CB21 4BD CB21 4BE 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 CB21 4EW CB21 4EZ CB21 4FD