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About Leighton Bromswold
Leighton Bromswold is a small village located in Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area PE28. The village is characterised by its rural setting and features a number of traditional English houses. The local church, St. Mary’s, is a notable building, showcasing architecture that reflects the area’s historical development.
Surrounding Leighton Bromswold are fields and agricultural land, typical of the Cambridgeshire countryside. The village offers a peaceful atmosphere, making it a suitable spot for those looking to escape the busier towns and cities nearby. Local amenities are limited, but the village is well-connected to larger towns for additional services and facilities.
School Ratings in Leighton Bromswold
Families in Leighton Bromswold have access to 5 local schools. Somersham Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Leighton Bromswold
Homes sell for an average of £397K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £462K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Leighton Bromswold
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Leighton Bromswold, with 33 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Leighton Bromswold
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Leighton Bromswold 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.
Local Data for Leighton Bromswold
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Property Prices 8,078 sales
Schools & Education 5 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE28 postcode area.
Household Income in Leighton Bromswold ONS 2023
The average total household income in Leighton Bromswold is approximately £67,737 a year before tax, 22% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,676. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,676.
Businesses in Leighton Bromswold ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,491 active businesses based in Leighton Bromswold, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 51 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Leighton Bromswold IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Leighton Bromswold 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.
Crime in Leighton Bromswold 115 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Leighton Bromswold are lower than the England and Wales average. While anti-social behaviour is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
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Home Ownership in Leighton Bromswold
Of the 21,809 households in and around Leighton Bromswold, 76% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Leighton Bromswold.