Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

COLLINGS PLACE, CB8 0EX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLLINGS PLACE, CB8 0EX.

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Population

267

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 44,600 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

CB8 0EX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 75% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 11.6% year-on-year.

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

CB8 0EX is a safe, established residential area on Collings Place, 1.3km from Newmarket in Newmarket. Administratively it sits within Newmarket West ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

For serious buyers, CB8 0EX is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 75% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £301k, down 11.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CB8 0EX are sourced from Output Area E00152638 (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 CB8 0EX. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 241,001

6 sales · Mean £ 258,250

Flat

£ 181,250

2 sales · Mean £ 181,250

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

CB8 0EX has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences40
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order8
Shoplifting8
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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Paddocks Primary School

Good188 pupils0.2 km
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Newmarket Academy

Good799 pupils0.4 km
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Laureate Community Academy

Good248 pupils0.5 km
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Houldsworth Valley Primary Academy

Good329 pupils0.8 km
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St Louis Catholic Academy

Good332 pupils1.1 km
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All Saints Church of England Primary School, Newmarket

Good175 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • BP Connect - One Thousand Guineas Services0.5 km
  • Exning Road Convenience Store0.3 km
  • Valley Way Stores0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • NSDA Sports Club0.3 km
  • Cherry Tree Newmarket0.3 km
  • Exning Road Working Mens Club0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Greggs Newmarket East0.5 km
  • Montage0.6 km
  • Smiffy's Cafe0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Valley Way Fish Shop0.7 km
  • Sunlight Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • The Lime Indian Takeaway0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newmarket1.8 km
  • Dullingham5.8 km
  • Kennett7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Primary School0.2 km
  • Primary School0.2 km
  • Halifax Way0.2 km
  • Halifax Way0.2 km
  • Roseberry Way0.3 km