CB8 7BU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bury Road, 0.6km from Severalls in Newmarket. Administratively it sits within Newmarket East ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
This is a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. During the day, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £184k, down 13.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CB8 7BU are sourced from Output Area E00152665 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BURY ROAD, CB8 7BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURY ROAD, CB8 7BU.
308
46
£ 46,900 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB8 7BU 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.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. CB8 7BU's 54% ownership and 46-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 13.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB8 7BU. The average age is 46.0. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 166,500
10 sales · Mean £ 160,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB8 7BU has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Louis Catholic Academy
All Saints Church of England Primary School, Newmarket
Newmarket Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Ali Supermarket0.9 km
- BP Oil UK Ltd - Hyperion Service Station0.8 km
- The Eagle Polish Deli0.9 km
- Majestic Wine0.8 km
- QD Stores1.0 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa0.2 km
- Heath Court Hotel0.8 km
- Stable Lads Hostel0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Waggon and Horses Public House1.0 km
- The Bull Public House1.0 km
- The Golden Lion Public House1.0 km
- The Horseshoes0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Thai Street Cafe1.0 km
- Mangiare Ristorante Italiano0.9 km
- Cortado Espresso Bar0.9 km
- Greggs plc1.0 km
- HmmBurger0.9 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Waitrose Limited0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Seahorse0.9 km
- Rumbles1.0 km
- Papa Johns0.8 km
- New Ocean City Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newmarket1.7 km
- Kennett5.7 km
- Dullingham6.6 km
Bus Stops
- St Agnes Church0.2 km
- St Agnes Church0.2 km
- Abington Place0.4 km
- Abington Place0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CB87BU · Data under Open Government Licence