CB8 is a postcode district in South Cambridgeshire, East of England, covering 1038 active and 510 retired postcodes.
The largest share of CB8 (20%) is characterised by a rural commuter area popular with professional households, alongside a peaceful rural village — low traffic, high green space, tight community (13%). This mix of 6 distinct neighbourhood types makes CB8 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in CB8 are around £298k, down 22.0% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across CB8 at 220 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 43 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full CB8 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
CB8 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the CB8 postcode area.
33,553
43
£ 47,620 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
CB8 is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £298k. Property prices are trending down 22.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Kettlefields Primary School
Burrough Green CofE Primary School
Cheveley CofE Primary School
Exning Primary School
Paddocks Primary School
Moulton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Kennett Primary School
St Louis Catholic Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
51 nearby- ABIHA SUPERMARKET LTD
- Al Hidayah Asian Grocery Limited
- Tattersalls Ltd
- Spar
- Ashley Stores
- + 46 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
12 nearby- 1 The Courtyard
- Bloodstock Barn
- Norfolk House B&B
- Swynford Manor
- The Old Farmhouse
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
39 nearby- Cheveley Royal British Legion Club
- George & Dragon
- Marquis Of Granby
- The Bell Inn
- The Boot
- + 34 more
Restaurant, Cafe
60 nearby- Atalian Servest At D S Smith
- Barleycorn Canteen At Turners
- Crown Outside Catering Ltd
- Elior UK PLC At British Racing School
- EMR Ltd (Staff Canteen)
- + 55 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Aldi
- Co-Op
- Iceland
- Tesco
- Waitrose Limited
Takeaway Shop
26 nearby- Burger King
- Calzone House
- Coffee World UK Ltd
- Delish Pizza
- Domino's Pizza
- + 21 more
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Area Profile: CB8 · Data under Open Government Licence