Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

NEWMARKET ROAD, CB5 8AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWMARKET ROAD, CB5 8AA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

315

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 58,400 /yr

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Employed

61%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB5 8AA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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6/10
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2/10
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10/10
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8/10
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10/10
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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. CB5 8AA spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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

CB5 8AA is an active urban area on Newmarket Road, 0.9km from Quy Waters in Fen Ditton. Administratively it sits within Fen Ditton & Fulbourn ward and the South East Cambridgeshire constituency.

For families considering a move, CB5 8AA represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are high (492 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for CB5 8AA are sourced from Output Area E00092280 (shared with 14 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 CB5 8AA. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.8%
Asian / British Asian7.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed6.3%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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

Crime rates near CB5 8AA are high at 492 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting67
Anti-social behaviour28
Public order22
Violence and sexual offences12
Criminal damage and arson7

school Local Schools

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Marleigh Primary Academy

0.2 km
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Teversham CofE VA Primary School

Good189 pupils1.0 km
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Fen Ditton Primary School

Good163 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • BP Teversham SF Connect0.2 km
  • Darwin Nursery & Farm Shop0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Thomas Franks LTD-Marshall Aerospace0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Leverton House B&B0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cambridge Station3.7 km
  • Waterbeach5.6 km
  • Shelford7.6 km