CB5 in Cambridge shows mixed market dynamics typical of latent gentrification areas. Five-year price growth of 1.4% CAGR trails the rental expansion at 5.9% CAGR, creating a rental yield advantage for investors. The trajectory score of 48.1/100 places the district at the 37th percentile nationally, indicating average performance relative to other UK postcodes. Population growth of 1.6% over the same period reflects modest expansion. The divergence between rental and capital growth suggests demand for rental accommodation outpaces property value appreciation, a pattern often seen in university towns where student and professional populations favour renting over ownership.
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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
- 4440 new homes in planning pipeline
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What's changing in Cambridge · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.6 points this month to 50/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
48 planning applications submitted in CB5 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 4 change of use, 2 demolition.
- Erection of detached dwelling with access, landscaping and associated worksApr 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Demolition of existing single storey buildings and the two storey house at 20 Garlic RowJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Erection of 1 No. dwelling following demolition of existing garages.Mar 2026 · Awaiting decision
Cambridge (CB5) common questions
Is Cambridge up and coming?
Cambridge (CB5) has a trajectory score of 50/100 (Average), placing it in the top 52% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 0.0 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Cambridge safe?
Cambridge has a safety score of 31/100 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 (CB5) is £318k 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 (CB5) is £1,389 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Cambridge?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Cambridge (CB25), Cambridge (CB4), Cambridge (CB1), Cambridge (CB2), Cambridge (CB24). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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