Is CB8 7RD a safe place to live?

Yes, CB8 7RD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 12 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in CB8 7RD?

The average property price in CB8 7RD is currently around £196k.

What is the population of CB8 7RD?

The population for the CB8 7RD area is approximately 462 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

BYERLEY CLOSE, CB8 7RD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BYERLEY CLOSE, CB8 7RD.

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Population

462

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB8 7RD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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5/10

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9/10

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3/10

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6/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 40, CB8 7RD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 59.2% year-on-year.

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

CB8 7RD is a sought-after residential area on Byerley Close, 0.3km from Kennett End in Kentford. Administratively it sits within Kentford & Moulton ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £196k, down 59.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CB8 7RD are sourced from Output Area E00183371 (shared with 15 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 7RD. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 37%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 115,000

2 sales · Mean £ 115,000

Semi-Detached

£ 245,000

5 sales · Mean £ 217,200

Detached

£ 350,597

6 sales · Mean £ 349,363

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

CB8 7RD has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences10

Anti-social behaviour2

Other theft1

Public order1

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

Moulton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Outstanding197 pupils1.6 km

Kennett Primary School

Good106 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Kentford Village Stores0.4 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Bell Inn0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Kennett0.8 km
Newmarket6.7 km
Dullingham11.4 km

Bus Stops

Business Park0.2 km
Business Park0.2 km
Post Office0.3 km
Post Office0.3 km
The Bell0.5 km