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Cambridge live market dataUpdated 2026-01

Invest in Cambridge Property

World-class university city with thriving tech sector

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CAMBRIDGE LIVE SNAPSHOT
2026-01
Avg yield
4.2%
Live across the city
Live stock
£485,000
Listings indexed
Median price
£485,000
City-wide
Cambridge This week

Cambridge, in four numbers.

Today's reading of the Cambridge market, pulled from our live scraper feed.

Median asking priceup +6.2% YoY
£485,000
across all property types and bed counts
12-MO TREND+6.2%
Avg gross yieldup stable
4.2%
Stress-tested at 5.5%, BTL stock only
12-MO TRENDRange 3.5-5%
Live stock+6.2%
£485,000
Active listings indexed today
8-WK TREND+6.2%
Time on market-7 days
21 days
Median days from list to SSTC
12-MO TREND-7 days
Yield leaderboard - Cambridge areas

Where Cambridge stacks tightest.

Top areas ranked by median gross yield right now.

#1MILLMill Road - 85 active4.8%
#2ROMSRomsey Town - 89 active4.5%
#3CB1/CB1/Station Area - 93 active4.5%
04CHESChesterton - 97 active4.2%
05CITYCity Center - 119 active3.8%

Cambridge by property type

2-bed terrace5.0%
3-bed terrace4.7%
4-bed HMO4.8%
2-bed flat3.9%
3-bed semi3.6%
1-bed flat3.3%
4-bed semi3.7%
5-bed detached3.5%
The shortlist

Cambridge areas worth your Saturday morning.

City Center

Historic - Premium - Central location
3.8% yield

Historic center near colleges. Premium prices but exceptional tenant demand.

Avg price
£595k
Avg yield
3.8%
Profile
Historic
Historic center near colleges.See City Center listings

Romsey Town

Professionals - Academics - Growing area
4.5% yield

Popular with young professionals and academics. Good transport links.

Avg price
£445k
Avg yield
4.5%
Profile
Professionals
Popular with young professionals and academics.See Romsey Town listings

Chesterton

Residential - Families - Good schools
4.2% yield

Residential area with good amenities. Family and professional market.

Avg price
£485k
Avg yield
4.2%
Profile
Residential
Residential area with good amenities.See Chesterton listings

Mill Road

Diverse - Students - Vibrant area
4.8% yield

Diverse area with independent shops. Popular with students and young professionals.

Avg price
£425k
Avg yield
4.8%
Profile
Diverse
Diverse area with independent shops.See Mill Road listings

CB1/Station Area

Modern - Tech workers - Commuters
4.5% yield

Modern developments near the station. Tech workers and London commuters.

Avg price
£465k
Avg yield
4.5%
Profile
Modern
Modern developments near the station.See CB1/Station Area listings
The case

Why Cambridge, in four numbers.

Cambridge combines world-famous academia with Silicon Fen's tech boom. Limited supply, exceptional demand from academics and tech workers, and premium prices reflect the city's unique position in the UK property market.

01 - Yield
£485,000
Avg Property Price

Capital Growth

Cambridge consistently delivers strong capital appreciation. Limited supply and exceptional demand. Long-term wealth building in premium market.

02 - Demand
4.2%
Avg Rental Yield

Tech Economy

Silicon Fen hosts ARM, AstraZeneca, and 1,500+ tech companies. High-earning tenants seeking quality accommodation. Professional rental market.

03 - Regen
520+
Properties Available

Academic Demand

Cambridge University plus Anglia Ruskin. Academics, researchers, and post-docs create consistent demand. Quality tenants, long tenancies.

04 - Liquidity
£485,000
Avg Property Price

London Links

50 minutes to London King's Cross. Attracts London commuters seeking more space. Dual demand from tech and commuters.

Cambridge Operator FAQ

Cambridge questions, answered.

Is Cambridge good for property investment?
Excellent for capital growth. Lower yields (4%) but strong appreciation and premium tenants. Tech boom and university create exceptional demand. Long-term wealth focus.
What are the best areas for buy-to-let?
Professionals/Tech: CB1, Romsey Town. Academics: City center, Chesterton. Students: Mill Road area. Premium market throughout with limited bargains.
How do Cambridge yields compare to other cities?
Lower than northern cities (4% vs 6-7%). Compensated by 6%+ annual appreciation and premium tenant quality. Suits growth-focused investors.
What about Silicon Fen tech demand?
Exceptional. 1,500+ tech companies including ARM and AstraZeneca. High-earning professionals seeking quality homes. Creates premium rental market.
Is student property viable in Cambridge?
Limited. Most Cambridge students live in college. Anglia Ruskin creates some demand. Professional lets more common and profitable.
What are typical investment costs?
Deposit (25%): £121,250 on £485k. Stamp duty (with surcharge): £27,500. Legal: £1,200-1,800. Management: 10-12%. Premium entry but premium returns.
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