Postcode Analysis Babergh, East of England

TAWNEYS RIDE, CO8 5DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TAWNEYS RIDE, CO8 5DB.

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Population

444

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CO8 5DB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10
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5/10
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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CO8 5DB's 57% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £320k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 14.2% year-on-year.

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

CO8 5DB is a safe, established residential area on Tawneys Ride, 0.2km from Bures in Bures. Administratively it sits within Bures St Mary & Nayland ward and the South Suffolk constituency.

For families considering a move, CO8 5DB represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k, up 14.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CO8 5DB are sourced from Output Area E00152259 (shared with 8 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 CO8 5DB. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 312,000

7 sales · Mean £ 305,142

Terraced

£ 255,000

10 sales · Mean £ 268,625

Detached

£ 293,000

4 sales · Mean £ 306,500

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

CO8 5DB has low crime rates — 13 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 offences7
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order3
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good195 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Ice Age Ices0.5 km
  • Rose's General Store0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Three Horseshoes0.2 km
  • The Eight Bells PH0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bures0.7 km
  • Chappel & Wakes Colne5.4 km
  • Sudbury Suffolk7.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Tawneys Ride0.1 km
  • Church0.3 km
  • Church0.3 km
  • Eight Bells0.5 km