CambridgeCB4
South Cambridgeshire · East of England
CB4 covers eastern Cambridge and shows moderate market dynamics with a trajectory score of 49.8, placing it at the 48th percentile nationally. Property prices have grown at 1.4% compound annual growth over five years, significantly below rental growth of 6.1% over the same period. Population increased 1.6% across the five-year span. The district remains in an early gentrification stage, suggesting ongoing urban development and demographic shifts. The rental-to-price growth differential indicates relatively stronger tenant demand compared to capital appreciation, a pattern typical of areas experiencing incremental neighbourhood improvement before sustained value acceleration.
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- 1Property prices up 1.4% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.1% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.6% per year
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What's changing in Cambridge · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.4 points this month to 51/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
78 planning applications submitted in CB4 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 3 change of use, 7 demolition.
- S73 to vary condition 2 (Approved plans) of planning permission 25/00588/FUL (Single storey rear extension and internal alterations to existing dwelling and erection of a new detached dwelling to the rear along with associated works) the addition of an Air Source Heat Pump and log pile relocation.Apr 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Erection of detached garage, following demolition of existing garage/single storey side element.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Single storey rear extension, following demolition of existing conservatory and garage. External render to existing walls.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Cambridge (CB4) common questions
Is Cambridge up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Cambridge (CB4) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 51/100 (Strong), in the top 43% of districts nationally. The score is down 2.2 points over the last 12 months.
Is Cambridge safe?
Cambridge has a safety score of 27/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Cambridge?
The average property price in Cambridge (CB4) is £594k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.4% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Cambridge?
The median monthly rent in Cambridge (CB4) is £1,389 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Cambridge?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Cambridge (CB24), Cambridge (CB5), Cambridge (CB3), Cambridge (CB1), Orpington (BR6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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