CB8 7GJ is a sought-after residential area on Jersey Meadow, 0.2km from Kentford in Kentford. Administratively it sits within Kentford & Moulton ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
For families considering a move, CB8 7GJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. 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. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £358k, up 4.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CB8 7GJ are sourced from Output Area E00183340 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
JERSEY MEADOW, CB8 7GJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for JERSEY MEADOW, CB8 7GJ.
504
38
£ 52,100 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB8 7GJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 38, CB8 7GJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £358k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 4.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB8 7GJ. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 366,000
6 sales · Mean £ 356,666
Detached
£ 419,995
11 sales · Mean £ 437,408
Flat
£ 205,000
5 sales · Mean £ 207,900
Semi-Detached
£ 295,000
3 sales · Mean £ 313,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB8 7GJ has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Kentford0.1 km
- The Bell Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Breadline0.7 km
- Phoenix Cycleworks0.7 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Kentford Village Stores0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kennett1.1 km
- Newmarket7.5 km
- Dullingham12.2 km
Bus Stops
- The Cock0.2 km
- The Cock0.2 km
- Orchard Place0.3 km
- Orchard Place0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CB87GJ · Data under Open Government Licence