Northstowe “Brain Gain” 

Did you know that Northstowe is fast becoming a magnet for professionals in the science and technology sectors?  

With its strategic location, excellent – and growing - education offering, and thriving professional community, Northstowe is a great place for those looking to set up home in a place where they can thrive through education and work.  

Situated amid a centre for innovation  

Northstowe is located near Silicon Fen – a term used to refer to the thriving and densely populated tech firm cluster around Cambridge. It’s also a short ride on the Cambridgeshire Guided Busway to access the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. And that’s not to mention the emerging town’s proximity to the world-leading teaching and research offering at the University of Cambridge.  

Located within easy commuting distance to this global centre for research and innovation, it’s hardly surprising that many professionals living in Northstowe work in Cambridge City, while a significant proportion work in the science and technology industries.   

By living in Northstowe, future residents will enjoy the best of town living, whilst also having access to an abundance of career opportunities in the city. The future town’s design includes excellent transport links that help make commuting super simple.  

Seamless connectivity 

There are already 15km of walking and cycling routes in Northstowe, connecting the emerging town to surrounding areas while enabling residents to get active with their travel. Northstowe is also conveniently well-connected by road, with the new access road connecting the emerging town to the B1050 and on to the A14.   

Longstanton Park & Ride enables residents to access the Cambridgeshire Guided Busway, which has an adjoining cycleway, with ease. The Busway links the town directly to the City of Cambridge and extends north to St Ives and Huntingdon, supporting the growing population with more sustainable travel choices. For those looking to travel further afield, the Cambridge North Railway Station is only 14 minutes away via the Cambridgeshire Guided Busway. This level of transport accessibility is ideal for those looking to work in the bustling heart of industry, whilst also having the surrounding countryside at their fingertips.

Future learning at the forefront of design  

Education is central to Northstowe's development; Pathfinder C of E Primary School was the first building to exist in the town and has played a central part in the community since it opened in 2017.  Offering exceptional learning opportunities from early years, and located near the prestigious University of Cambridge, the emerging town is an ideal location for families and individuals seeking top-tier education.   

The Martin Bacon Academy provides up to 130 places for young people aged three to 19 years old with complex and significant learning needs in cognition and learning. Meanwhile, Northstowe Secondary College offers a modern learning environment, and expansion work, as well as the creation of a sixth form college, additional primary school, and early years facilities, is currently underway.   

With its strategic location, exceptional educational offerings, and a focus on creating a sustainable, community-driven environment, Northstowe is not just a place to live, but will become a place to thrive.