About Heydon

Heydon is a small village located in Cambridgeshire, England, with the postcode area SG8. The village is primarily known for its picturesque surroundings and traditional English architecture. The local church, St. Mary’s, is a notable landmark, reflecting the area’s historical significance. The village has a few residential homes and offers a quiet atmosphere, making it a pleasant place for a leisurely stroll. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Heydon is not far from the larger town of Royston, which offers additional amenities and services. Visitors can explore the nearby areas, which include various walking paths and scenic views typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside. Overall, Heydon presents a peaceful retreat for those looking to experience rural England.

School Ratings in Heydon

Families in Heydon have access to 15 local schools. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Heydon

Homes sell for an average of £480K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £637K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Heydon

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Heydon, with 12 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Heydon

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Heydon 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 Heydon

Heydon 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 5,858 sales

Average Price £480K
£1K — £46.2M
Detached £637K 2,172
Semi £401K 1,469
Terraced £334K 1,284
Flat £205K 651

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Chrishall Holy Trinity and St Nicholas CofE (Aided) Primary School and Pre-School Primary Good 0.9 miles Barley (VA) Church of England First School Primary Good 2.4 miles Fowlmere Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Thriplow CofE Primary School Primary 4 miles Melbourn Child and Family Zone 4.1 miles Melbourn Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Melbourn Village College Secondary 4.3 miles King James Academy Royston All-through Good 4.4 miles Duxford Church of England Community Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Barkway VA Church of England First School Primary Good 4.4 miles Icknield Walk First School Primary 4.4 miles Studlands Rise First School Primary 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Heydon IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Heydon 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
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,802 Children (0-15) 19%
30,973 Working Age 59%
14,829 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 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 Heydon 83 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Heydon 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.

34 Violence & Sexual Offences
12 Vehicle Crime
10 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Burglary
4 Public Order
3 Other Theft
2 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
1 Other Crime
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

Meldreth Train Station 4.5 miles
Great Chesterford Train Station 4.5 miles
Royston Train Station 5 miles
Whittlesford Parkway Train Station 5.2 miles
Foxton Train Station 5.2 miles
Shepreth Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Crawley End 0.6 miles Broad Green 0.9 miles Chrishall 0.9 miles Great Chishill 1.4 miles Building End 1.9 miles Elmdon 2 miles Barley 2.2 miles Flint Cross 2.2 miles Little Chishill 2.2 miles Pond Street 2.2 miles Smith's End 2.6 miles Shaftenhoe End 2.6 miles

Local Government

District South Cambridgeshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward The Mordens
Constituency South Cambridgeshire
Parish Shingay cum Wendy
Region East of England

Streets in SG8 30 shown View all streets

A10 3 A1198 4 Abbotts Close 1 Abington Road 1 Abram's Lane 2 Ackroyd Road 1 Aintree Road 2 Aldous Court 1 Angel Pavement 1 Angle Lane 2 Anglia Business Park 3 Anvil Avenue 1 Armingford Crescent 1 Ascot Road 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Mill 2 Ash Way 1 Ashwell Road 5 Ashwell Street 4 Ashwell Street (Roman Road) 1 Austin Corner 1 B1039 6 B1042 3 Bakers Lane 1 Baldock Road 7 Baldock Street 2 Bannister Gardens 1 Barham Court 1 Barkway Road 3 Barkway Street 3

Postcodes in SG8 50 shown View all postcodes

SG8 0AA SG8 0AB SG8 0AD SG8 0AG SG8 0AH SG8 0AJ SG8 0AL SG8 0AN SG8 0AP SG8 0AQ SG8 0AR SG8 0AS SG8 0AT SG8 0AU SG8 0AW SG8 0AX SG8 0AY SG8 0AZ SG8 0BA SG8 0BB SG8 0BD SG8 0BE SG8 0BF SG8 0BG SG8 0BH SG8 0BJ SG8 0BL SG8 0BN SG8 0BP SG8 0BQ SG8 0BS SG8 0BT SG8 0BU SG8 0BW SG8 0BX SG8 0BZ SG8 0DA SG8 0DB SG8 0DJ SG8 0DL SG8 0DN SG8 0DP SG8 0DR SG8 0DT SG8 0DX SG8 0DZ SG8 0EA SG8 0ED SG8 0EE SG8 0EF