About Keyston

Keyston is a small village located in the county of Cambridgeshire, England, with the postcode area PE28. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The local architecture reflects the character of rural England, with several buildings dating back to earlier periods. Keyston is surrounded by agricultural land, offering an insight into the local farming practices and countryside lifestyle. The village is served by a few local amenities, including a pub and a church, which serve as focal points for the community. Keyston is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas. The nearby towns provide additional facilities, while the countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Overall, Keyston presents a quiet and simple village life in the heart of Cambridgeshire.

School Ratings in Keyston

Families in Keyston have access to 14 local schools. Somersham Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Keyston

Homes sell for an average of £401K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £464K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Keyston

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Keyston, with 18 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Keyston

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Keyston 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 Keyston

Keyston 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 8,170 sales

Average Price £401K
£650 — £12.23M
Detached £464K 4,124
Semi £294K 2,268
Terraced £248K 1,101
Flat £162K 301

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Brington CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Titchmarsh Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Manor School Secondary Inadequate 3.1 miles St Peter's Church of England Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Raunds Library and Children's Centre 3.2 miles Raunds Park Infant School Primary 3.3 miles Progress Schools - Thrapston Inadequate 3.4 miles Windmill Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Thrapston Primary School Primary 3.5 miles Thrapston Children's Centre Requires Improvement 3.7 miles Ringstead Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Trinity Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Keyston IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Keyston 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
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
13,930 Children (0-15) 18%
47,676 Working Age 61%
22,352 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.9% 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 Keyston 117 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Keyston 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.

51 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Other Theft
7 Drugs
7 Public Order
5 Bicycle Theft
4 Weapons
2 Other Crime
1 Burglary
1 Shoplifting
1 Vehicle Crime
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.

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bythorn 0.6 miles Molesworth 1.9 miles Brington 2.5 miles Brook End 2.8 miles Catworth 2.8 miles Titchmarsh 2.8 miles Polopit 2.8 miles Denford 3.2 miles Hargrave 3.2 miles Covington 3.2 miles Old Weston 3.3 miles Church End 3.3 miles

Local Government

District Huntingdonshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Great Staughton
Constituency North West Cambridgeshire
Parish Ellington
Region East of England

Streets in PE28 30 shown View all streets

A1(M) 1 A1096 1 A1307 7 A14 2 A141 1 Abbot's Close 1 Abbots Close 1 Abbots Ripton Road 1 Abbott Close 1 Acheson Road 1 Adelaide Walk 1 Alconbury Hill 2 Alconbury Road 1 All Saints Way 2 Allen's Orchard 1 Allsopp Crescent 1 Alpha Lane 1 Alsyke Close 1 Alwin Close 1 Annesley Close 1 Ansley Road 1 Apple Tree Close 1 Aragon Place 1 Armstrong Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Court 1 Ash End 1 Ashdale Close 1 Ashfield 2 Aylott Close 1

Postcodes in PE28 50 shown View all postcodes

PE28 0AA PE28 0AB PE28 0AD PE28 0AE PE28 0AF PE28 0AG PE28 0AH PE28 0AJ PE28 0AL PE28 0AN PE28 0AP PE28 0AQ PE28 0AR PE28 0AT PE28 0AU PE28 0AW PE28 0AX PE28 0AY PE28 0AZ PE28 0BA PE28 0BB PE28 0BD PE28 0BE PE28 0BF PE28 0BG PE28 0BH PE28 0BJ PE28 0BL PE28 0BN PE28 0BP PE28 0BQ PE28 0BS PE28 0BT PE28 0BU PE28 0BW PE28 0BX PE28 0BY PE28 0BZ PE28 0DA PE28 0DB PE28 0DD PE28 0DE PE28 0DF PE28 0DG PE28 0DH PE28 0DJ PE28 0DL PE28 0DN PE28 0DP PE28 0DQ