About Hildersham

Hildersham is a small village located in Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area CB21. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. Its rural setting offers a peaceful environment, making it an appealing location for those seeking a quieter lifestyle. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. The village is served by local amenities, including a church and a few community facilities. Hildersham is well-connected to nearby towns, allowing residents to access a wider range of services and shops. The area is also close to larger centres, making it convenient for commuting. Overall, Hildersham presents a simple, community-oriented atmosphere suitable for families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in Hildersham

Families in Hildersham have access to 18 local schools. Pilgrim Pathways School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hildersham

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 Hildersham

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Hildersham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hildersham 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 Hildersham

Broadband services in Hildersham 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

13 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Great Abington Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Linton Village College Secondary Good 1.2 miles Granta School Requires Improvement 1.4 miles Linton CofE Infant School Primary Good 1.5 miles Linton Child and Family Delivery Site 1.6 miles Linton Heights Junior School Primary 1.8 miles Babraham CofE (VC) Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Meadow Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles The Icknield Primary School Primary 3.3 miles Sawston Child and Family Zone 3.6 miles The Bellbird Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Sawston Village College Secondary Good 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hildersham IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hildersham 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 Hildersham 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Hildersham 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
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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

Whittlesford Parkway Train Station 3.9 miles
Great Chesterford Train Station 4.5 miles
Shelford (Cambs) Train Station 5.5 miles
Foxton Train Station 8.5 miles
Newport (Essex) Train Station 9.4 miles
Shepreth Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Great Abington 0.6 miles Little Abington 0.9 miles Linton 1.8 miles Babraham 2.2 miles Hadstock 2.6 miles Balsham 2.8 miles Pampisford 3.1 miles Bartlow 3.1 miles Hinxton 3.6 miles Sawston 3.8 miles West Wratting 4.2 miles Streetly End 4.3 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