Cambridge on the map

Location in Scottish BordersCambridge sits where the marker shows within the county.

291,641
Population
101,034
Households
£72,236
Avg. household income
12,236
Businesses
369
People per km²
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About Cambridge

Cambridge is a small settlement located in the Scottish Borders region of Scotland, within the TD2 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the country, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is known for its peaceful environment and traditional Scottish landscape. While not a large town, Cambridge has a small community and a few local amenities. It is situated near other villages in the Borders, offering a quiet and accessible location for those living in the region. The surrounding area is characterised by rolling hills and farmland, typical of the Scottish Borders. The village is part of the wider local government area of the Scottish Borders council.

House Prices in Cambridge

The average property price is £568K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £648K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cambridge

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Cambridge, with 352 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Property Prices 33,171 sales

Average Price £568K
£100 , £125M
Detached £648K 9,636
Semi £458K 8,183
Terraced £449K 8,384
Flat £313K 5,398

Household Income in Cambridge ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cambridge is approximately £72,236 a year before tax, 31% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £50,916. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Cambridge £72,236
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £50,916.

Businesses in Cambridge ONS 2025

There are approximately 12,236 active businesses based in Cambridge, around 42 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 364 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

12,236 Total businesses
42 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Crime in Cambridge 1,990 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Cambridge sit broadly in line with national averages for a city of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Violence & Sexual Offences 633
Anti-Social Behaviour 352
Shoplifting 254
Criminal Damage & Arson 126
Other Theft 122
Bicycle Theft 99
Public Order 97
Vehicle Crime 82
Other Crime 50
Burglary 48
Drugs 45
Theft from Person 30
Weapons 27
Robbery 25
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 2 stations

Stow Train Station 8.3 miles
Tweedbank Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Cambridge
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Coleridge
Constituency Cambridge
Parish Cambridge, unparished area
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Cambridge

Of the 112,818 households in and around Cambridge, 59% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 23% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 59% Social rented 18% Private rented 23%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cambridge.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge

What is the population of Cambridge?
Cambridge has a population of approximately 291,641 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Cambridge?
The average property in and around Cambridge sold for about £567,915, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 63% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
What postcodes cover Cambridge?
Cambridge is covered by the CB1, CB2, CB21, CB22, CB23, CB24, CB25, CB3, CB4, CB5 postcode districts.
Where is the nearest train station to Cambridge?
The nearest railway station to Cambridge is Stow Train Station, about 8.3 miles away.