Locals praise ‘well connected’ neighbourhood for having ‘perfect balance’ of city and village life

It was praised for being ‘family friendly’ as well as having many local amenities

Residents say they like living in a neighbourhood just outside of Cambridge becasuse it is “well connected” and provides the “perfect balance” of city and village life. Trumpington is conveniently located around two miles away from the city centreand is home to more than 12,000 people according to the 2021 census.

Within the rather large neighbourhood, there are a number of amenities including convenience shops for essentials, parks, schools and local services. There are also a range of charming places to eat and drink such Sole & Duck Restaurant, Hudson’s Ale House and Cafe Trumpington.

As part of our Exploring Cambridgeshire series, we spoke to residents in Trumpington about what they think of it. Daniela Casti, 38, really enjoys living in Trumpington, but since having her child, she said: “We actually enjoy it much more because it is a quiet area, very family friendly, and there’s lots of playgrounds.”

Daniela commutes to London on the weekends and she either goes via Cambridge Station or to Royston and she believes it will be “much easier” when Cambridge South opens. “It is well connected to the city centre. So by bike, we can reach the city centre in seven minutes”, she added.

Hanako Kawasaki, 26, previously lived in Chesterton but moved to Trumpington around two years ago. Hanako “loves” living in the neighbourhood and says “it is much more residential” than Chesterton. Comparing it to Fen Ditton, Hanako said that Trumpington has similarities to the newly built area especially because of the architecture and houses.

The 26-year-old cycles from her house to the city, and said it can take around 10-minutes. She said this is ideal for her because it is “really close” to the city centre but still far enough away that she can enjoy her privacy.

Hanako said it has the “perfect balance” between village and city life, so that she can enjoy the nature around her, but not be far from shopping, cafes, and experience the “city vibe”. On the other hand, Hanako also feels as though Trumpington is swallowed by the city due to its close proximity, and bustling life.

She said that she would “highly recommend” Trumpington as a place to live for those who want “a good balance between city and nature”.

Raneem Almutairi, 32, has lived in Trumpington for around eight months. She said she thinks it is the “best area for families to live in Cambridge”. She added: “I like how everything is so close, we have supermarkets here, Sainsbury’s, Nisa, the library, schools here, so I think for families, it is perfect.”

The 32-year-old used to ‘love’ living in London but she said that now she has a family, living near Cambridge is “more reasonable” because of the close connections.

Oliver and Rachel have both lived in the neighbourhood for more than 20 years and have seen it “grow and change” overtime. More recently, Oliver said he lives in part of the newer development, and since moving there, he is of the opinion that it has “doubled in size” and is generally comprised of ‘wealthier people’.

Frazer Leader, 33, highlighted the ideal links to the city, and alternative transport options to get elsewhere. He is particularly looking forward to Cambridge South Station because he thinks that Trumpington will get “busier and busier” which will “build more of a community”.