Is SG8 5LG a safe place to live?

Yes, SG8 5LG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 33 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SG8 5LG?

The average property price in SG8 5LG is currently around £439k.

What is the population of SG8 5LG?

The population for the SG8 5LG area is approximately 388 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

THE CAUSEWAY, SG8 5LG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CAUSEWAY, SG8 5LG.

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Population

388

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 56,000 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG8 5LG 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.

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3/10

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8/10

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2/10

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9/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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8/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SG8 5LG spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. £439k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SG8 5LG is a sought-after residential area on The Causeway, 0.5km from Bassingbourn in Bassingbourn. Administratively it sits within Bassingbourn ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG8, SG8 5LG offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £439k.

Census 2021 statistics for SG8 5LG are sourced from Output Area E00091936 (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 SG8 5LG. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian2.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

55%Active

FT: 41%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 439,000

2 sales · Mean £ 439,000

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

SG8 5LG has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences31

Anti-social behaviour8

Criminal damage and arson6

Vehicle crime3

Burglary3

school Local Schools

Bassingbourn Village College

Good677 pupils0.6 km

Bassingbourn Primary School

Requires Improvement379 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

The Belle Free House & Restaurant0.8 km
The Hoops Public House0.1 km
Yuva Fine Fusion0.9 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Bassingbourn Community Library Cafe0.4 km
Hatties0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Royston3.2 km
Meldreth4.2 km
Ashwell & Morden6.7 km