Is CB8 7NJ a safe place to live?

Yes, CB8 7NJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of CB8 7NJ?

The population for the CB8 7NJ area is approximately 266 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

CB8 7NJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CB8 7NJ.

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Population

266

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

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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9/10

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4/10

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1/10

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8/10

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7/10

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6/10

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1/10

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1/10

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10/10

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Area Character

CB8 7NJ has a significant social housing presence — 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB8 7NJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Landwade in West Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Exning ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CB8 7NJ is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 55) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CB8 7NJ are sourced from Output Area E00152568 (shared with 22 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 7NJ. The average age is 54.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.2%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.7%

Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

CB8 7NJ has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Newmarket5.3 km
Kennett7.8 km
Dullingham9.1 km