Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

ST JAMES, CB8 0JQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST JAMES, CB8 0JQ.

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Population

331

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 44,600 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB8 0JQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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5/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

With 87% social renting, CB8 0JQ is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 36-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

CB8 0JQ is a mixed residential area on St James, 0.4km from Newmarket in Newmarket. Administratively it sits within Newmarket East ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CB8 0JQ is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 87% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of West Suffolk. Full-time employment stands at 21% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £115k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CB8 0JQ are sourced from Output Area E00152654 (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 0JQ. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.1%
Asian / British Asian17.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed16.4%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 115,000

1 sales · Mean £ 115,000

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

Crime around CB8 0JQ is moderate at 77 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences141
Shoplifting71
Criminal damage and arson46
Public order25
Other theft24

school Local Schools

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Houldsworth Valley Primary Academy

Good329 pupils0.4 km
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St Louis Catholic Academy

Good332 pupils0.6 km
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Newmarket Academy

Good799 pupils0.6 km
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All Saints Church of England Primary School, Newmarket

Good175 pupils0.7 km
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Ditton Lodge Primary School

Good193 pupils1.1 km
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Paddocks Primary School

Good188 pupils1.1 km
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Laureate Community Academy

Good248 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

33 nearby
  • Ali Supermarket0.5 km
  • Argos0.3 km
  • BP Oil UK Ltd - Hyperion Service Station0.5 km
  • Eric Tennant Quality Butchers0.3 km
  • New Look0.3 km
  • + 28 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Heath Court Hotel0.6 km
  • Kings Restaurant & Events0.4 km
  • Stable Lads Hostel0.7 km
  • Byerley House0.7 km
  • White Hart0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Cherry Tree Newmarket0.8 km
  • Foresters Social Club0.4 km
  • Newmarket Lawn Tennis Club0.9 km
  • The Prince of Wales Public House0.8 km
  • Unique0.4 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

33 nearby
  • BLD Cafe Restaurant0.3 km
  • Rose & Mango0.4 km
  • Thai Street Cafe0.4 km
  • The Graze Kitchen Limited0.3 km
  • Turkoman bar and grill0.3 km
  • + 28 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Iceland0.4 km
  • Waitrose Limited0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Coffee World UK Ltd0.4 km
  • Delish Pizza0.3 km
  • Seahorse0.7 km
  • The Kala Sheep0.5 km
  • Valley Way Fish Shop0.7 km
  • + 16 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newmarket0.9 km
  • Dullingham5.5 km
  • Kennett7.0 km

Bus Stops

  • New Astley Club0.2 km
  • New Astley Club0.2 km
  • Tannersfield Way0.3 km
  • The Guineas Bus Station0.3 km
  • Tannersfield Way0.3 km