CO8 5BJ is a mixed residential area on Smallbridge in Babergh. Administratively it sits within Bures St Mary & Nayland ward and the South Suffolk constituency.
For serious buyers, CO8 5BJ is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 80% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Prices average £925k.
Census 2021 statistics for CO8 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00152260 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SMALLBRIDGE, CO8 5BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SMALLBRIDGE, CO8 5BJ.
248
46
£ 44,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CO8 5BJ 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CO8 5BJ combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£925k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £925k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO8 5BJ. The average age is 46.1. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 925,000
1 sales · Mean £ 925,000
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bures2.7 km
- Chappel & Wakes Colne5.5 km
- Sudbury Suffolk9.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CO85BJ · Data under Open Government Licence