About Horseheath

Horseheath is a village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area CB21. It is situated approximately six miles south-east of Cambridge, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the nearby city. The village features a mix of residential properties and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. The local community is served by a primary school and a few small businesses, which cater to the needs of residents. Horseheath is surrounded by scenic countryside, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. The village is also close to the larger town of Haverhill, where additional amenities and services can be found.

School Ratings in Horseheath

Horseheath is served by 20 schools. Pilgrim Pathways School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Horseheath

Property prices average £579K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £646K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Horseheath

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.

Deprivation and Employment in Horseheath

Horseheath falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Horseheath

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Horseheath, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. 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
3 Secondary
4 Other
Meadow Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Linton Heights Junior School Primary 2.8 miles Burton End Primary Academy Primary Good 3 miles St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill Primary Good 3 miles Linton Child and Family Delivery Site 3.2 miles Castle Camps Church of England (Controlled) Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Castle Manor Academy Secondary Good 3.2 miles Linton CofE Infant School Primary Good 3.3 miles Clements Primary Academy Primary Good 3.4 miles New Cangle Community Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Cartwheels Family Hub Good 3.5 miles Place Farm Primary Academy Primary Good 3.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Horseheath IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Horseheath among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

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 Horseheath 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Horseheath falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

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 5 stations

Great Chesterford Train Station 7.5 miles
Whittlesford Parkway Train Station 8.2 miles
Dullingham Train Station 9.7 miles
Newmarket Train Station 9.7 miles
Shelford (Cambs) Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Streetly End 0.6 miles Cardinal's Green 0.6 miles West Wickham 1.2 miles Burton End 1.4 miles Mill Green 1.4 miles Shudy Camps 1.9 miles Bartlow 2.2 miles Nosterfield End 2.2 miles Withersfield 2.5 miles Hanchett Village 2.6 miles West Wratting 2.6 miles Balsham 2.6 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