About West Wickham

West Wickham is a village located in Cambridgeshire, England, within the postcode area CB21. It is situated approximately six miles east of Cambridge, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the nearby city. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, providing a glimpse into rural life in this part of England. The local community is served by a primary school, a village hall, and a few small businesses, contributing to the everyday needs of its residents. West Wickham also has a parish church, which adds to the village's character. Surrounding the area are various walking paths and fields, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and enjoying the countryside.

School Ratings in West Wickham

Families in West Wickham have access to 19 local schools. Pilgrim Pathways School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in West Wickham

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 West Wickham

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across West Wickham, with 54 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in West Wickham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places West Wickham 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 West Wickham

Broadband services in West Wickham 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
3 Secondary
3 Other
Meadow Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Linton Heights Junior School Primary 3.2 miles Linton Child and Family Delivery Site 3.6 miles Linton CofE Infant School Primary Good 3.7 miles Burton End Primary Academy Primary Good 3.8 miles St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill Primary Good 3.8 miles Castle Manor Academy Secondary Good 3.8 miles New Cangle Community Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Linton Village College Secondary Good 3.9 miles Granta School Requires Improvement 4 miles Thurlow Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Burrough Green CofE Primary Academy Primary 4.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in West Wickham IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, West Wickham 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 West Wickham 308 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for West Wickham are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

112 Violence & Sexual Offences
54 Vehicle Crime
45 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Criminal Damage & Arson
17 Other Theft
13 Public Order
12 Burglary
10 Drugs
10 Shoplifting
5 Other Crime
4 Theft from Person
3 Robbery
1 Weapons
Local Policing
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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 8.1 miles
Whittlesford Parkway Train Station 8.3 miles
Newmarket Train Station 8.4 miles
Dullingham Train Station 9.1 miles
Shelford (Cambs) Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Burton End 0.6 miles Streetly End 0.6 miles Horseheath 1.2 miles West Wratting 1.4 miles Cardinal's Green 1.9 miles Balsham 2 miles Weston Green 2 miles Carlton Green 2.2 miles Weston Colville 2.5 miles Mill Green 2.6 miles Withersfield 2.8 miles Hanchett Village 3.1 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