Hilton.
“A historic turf maze, a quietly excellent school, and a village that stays.”
South of St Ives and a comfortable distance west of Cambridge, Hilton is one of those villages people don't leave once they arrive. A 1660 turf maze on the green, a well regarded primary school, and a footpath network that connects out across the fields towards Fen Drayton and the busway into Cambridge.
Postcode area: PE28
At a glance
Median sold price
£515,000
To Cambridge
25 min
Ofsted (primary)
Good
Population
~700
Why people love it
The turf maze
Cut into the village green in 1660 and still walked today: a genuine piece of English folk history.
Generational stayers
Many homes haven't been on the market for thirty years.
Easy Cambridge access
The guided busway from nearby St Ives reaches central Cambridge in around half an hour.
Schools
- Fenstanton and Hilton Primary School (in Fenstanton)
- Swavesey Village College
Eat, drink & shop
- The Prince of Wales
- The Village Shop
Getting around
- A14 access via Fenstanton
- St Ives guided busway to Cambridge
- Huntingdon Station, 15 min
The Hilton property market.
We sell and let homes in Hilton regularly. See what we have on the market right now, or get a free valuation specific to your road.
For a written valuation specific to your road and property type (with sold price comparables, marketing plan and total first year cost) book a free in person visit. We'll come out within 3 to 5 working days.
If you're a landlord, our managed lettings service includes full Renters' Rights Act 2026 compliance, gas and EICR scheduling, monthly statements and a named property manager for every property.
Sold prices in Hilton
HM Land Registry · 60 sales analysed
Median sold price · 2 years to April 2026
£515,000
Across 30 sales, ranging £183,000 to £975,000.
Median by property type · last 3 years
| Type | Median price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | £585,000 | 25 |
| Semi-detached | £363,750 | 8 |
| Terraced | £210,000 | 3 |
Source: medians of standard residential sales from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Open Government Licence v3.0), latest data April 2026. Wider trends: ONS House Price Index. Sold prices are a guide, not a valuation. See how Hilton compares in our Huntingdonshire village house price report.
Hilton, in answers.
What is Hilton, Cambridgeshire known for?
Hilton is best known for its turf maze: cut into the village green in 1660 and still walked today. It's one of only a handful of original turf mazes left in England and gives the village a uniquely distinctive piece of folk history right at its centre.
Where is Hilton in Cambridgeshire?
Hilton is a small village in Huntingdonshire, sitting south of St Ives and roughly halfway between Huntingdon and the western edge of Cambridge. The A14 is reached via Fenstanton in a few minutes and the St Ives guided busway into Cambridge is also close.
Is Hilton a good village for families?
Yes, it's quietly excellent for families. The catchment primary (Fenstanton and Hilton, in neighbouring Fenstanton) is well regarded, the village green is the centre of community life, and the footpath network connects out through open countryside. Many homes have been in the same family for decades, which speaks to how reluctant people are to leave.
How do I get from Hilton to Cambridge?
Around 25 minutes by car via the A14. Alternatively, the St Ives guided busway runs from nearby St Ives into central Cambridge in around 30 minutes: a popular option for people who'd rather not drive into the city.
What is the average house price in Hilton?
The median sold price in Hilton is around £515,000. The village has limited stock. Period properties around the green sit at the higher end, with more modest detached and semi detached family homes making up most transactions.
What schools are in Hilton?
The catchment primary is Fenstanton and Hilton Primary School, in neighbouring Fenstanton. Secondary age children are in catchment for Swavesey Village College.
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Thinking of moving to Hilton?
We know which homes are coming to market before they list, and we know the agents and neighbours behind them. Drop us a line, we'll keep you in the loop.