Is SG8 0AP a safe place to live?

Yes, SG8 0AP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 20 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of SG8 0AP?

The population for the SG8 0AP area is approximately 245 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

SG8 0AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SG8 0AP.

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Population

245

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 61,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG8 0AP 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.

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10/10

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10/10

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2/10

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4/10

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5/10

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10/10

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1/10

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7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG8 0AP combines high owner-occupation (76%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SG8 0AP is a sought-after residential area within the SG8 district of South Cambridgeshire. Administratively it sits within Caldecote ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG8, SG8 0AP offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 SG8 0AP are sourced from Output Area E00091967 (shared with 22 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 SG8 0AP. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%

Asian / British Asian2.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

SG8 0AP has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Burglary2

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Shepreth8.7 km
Foxton9.7 km
Meldreth9.8 km