Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

GRIFFIN GARDENS, CB8 0AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRIFFIN GARDENS, CB8 0AG.

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Population

336

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 46,900 /yr

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Employed

72%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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10/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 38, CB8 0AG has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB8 0AG is a safe, established residential area on Griffin Gardens, 1.2km from Studlands Park in Newmarket. Administratively it sits within Newmarket North ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

For families considering a move, CB8 0AG represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (57% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £249k.

Census 2021 statistics for CB8 0AG are sourced from Output Area E00152663 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB8 0AG. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.9%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed5.4%

Economic Activity

72%Active
FT: 57%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 249,995

4 sales · Mean £ 249,247

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CB8 0AG has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences64
Criminal damage and arson11
Other theft10
Public order10
Shoplifting8

school Local Schools

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Laureate Community Academy

Good248 pupils0.3 km
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Paddocks Primary School

Good188 pupils0.5 km
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Newmarket Academy

Good799 pupils0.6 km
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Houldsworth Valley Primary Academy

Good329 pupils1.1 km
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St Louis Catholic Academy

Good332 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • BP Connect - One Thousand Guineas Services0.2 km
  • Exning Road Convenience Store0.3 km
  • Halfords1.0 km
  • Valley Way Stores1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • NSDA Sports Club0.2 km
  • Cherry Tree Newmarket0.3 km
  • Exning Road Working Mens Club0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Greggs Newmarket East0.2 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.7 km
  • YO! To Go0.7 km
  • Montage0.7 km
  • Smiffy's Cafe1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • McDonald's0.8 km
  • Valley Way Fish Shop1.0 km
  • Sunlight Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • The Lime Indian Takeaway1.0 km
  • Burger King1.0 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Co-Op0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newmarket2.0 km
  • Dullingham6.2 km
  • Kennett7.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Depot Road0.1 km
  • Croft Road0.1 km
  • Croft Road0.1 km
  • Depot Road0.2 km
  • Fielden Way0.3 km