CambridgeCB2
Cambridge · East of England
CB2 in Cambridge has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 1.4% for property prices, whilst rental growth has reached 5.9% annually over the same period. The district occupies the 75th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 54.6, placing it in strong performance territory. Population growth of 1.6% over five years indicates modest demographic expansion. The area currently sits at the pre-cursor stage of gentrification, suggesting earlier-stage development characteristics compared to more mature phases. The divergence between price and rental growth metrics reflects the rental market's stronger performance relative to capital appreciation during the measured period.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 1.4% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.9% 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 1.9 points this month to 56/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
90 planning applications submitted in CB2 over the last six months, 1 change of use.
- Change of use from drinking establishment (sui generis) to restaurant (Class E) and minor external alterations.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Internal repairs at ground floor due to moisture ingress affecting timber joists, lintels and plasterworkJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Installation of a lifting platform on ground floor and associated worksJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Cambridge (CB2) common questions
Is Cambridge up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Cambridge (CB2) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 56/100 (Strong), in the top 18% of districts nationally. The score is up 4.3 points over the last 12 months.
Is Cambridge safe?
Cambridge has a safety score of 58/100 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 (CB2) is £233k 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 (CB2) is £1,389 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Cambridge?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Cambridge (CB1), Cambridge (CB22), Sawbridgeworth (CM21), Cambridge (CB3), Cambridge (CB4). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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