Is SG8 0BZ a safe place to live?

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

What is the population of SG8 0BZ?

The population for the SG8 0BZ area is approximately 404 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

HILL SIDE LANE, SG8 0BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILL SIDE LANE, SG8 0BZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

404

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG8 0BZ 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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9/10

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8/10

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2/10

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5/10

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5/10

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8/10

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1/10

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6/10

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10/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SG8 0BZ's 70% ownership and 47-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

SG8 0BZ is a safe, established residential area on Hill Side Lane in South Cambridgeshire. Administratively it sits within The Mordens ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SG8 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00092032 (shared with 19 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 0BZ. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%

Asian / British Asian0.5%

Black / African / Caribbean1.7%

Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

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

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Shepreth8.0 km
Meldreth8.6 km
Foxton9.4 km