SG8 5UL is a sought-after residential area on Kefford Close, 0.4km 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 5UL offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £310k, up 5.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SG8 5UL are sourced from Output Area E00091936 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KEFFORD CLOSE, SG8 5UL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KEFFORD CLOSE, SG8 5UL.
388
39
£ 56,000 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SG8 5UL 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SG8 5UL — age 39, 81% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 5.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG8 5UL. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 335,000
4 sales · Mean £ 331,250
Terraced
£ 265,000
9 sales · Mean £ 287,944
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SG8 5UL has low crime rates — 34 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.
school Local Schools
Bassingbourn Village College
Bassingbourn Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Belle Free House & Restaurant0.7 km
- The Hoops Public House0.1 km
- Yuva Fine Fusion0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Bassingbourn Community Library Cafe0.3 km
- Hatties0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Royston3.3 km
- Meldreth4.3 km
- Ashwell & Morden6.7 km
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Postcode Profile: SG85UL · Data under Open Government Licence