CB8 9EJ is a well-regarded residential area located 1.2km from Cheveley in Newmarket. Administratively it sits within Woodditton ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CB8, CB8 9EJ offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 75% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CB8 9EJ are sourced from Output Area E00090889 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CB8 9EJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CB8 9EJ.
464
47
£ 52,700 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB8 9EJ 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. CB8 9EJ's low deprivation rank, 75% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB8 9EJ. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
school Local Schools
Cheveley CofE Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newmarket3.5 km
- Kennett5.4 km
- Dullingham7.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CB89EJ · Data under Open Government Licence