CB8 7SF is a safe, established residential area on Weston Way, 1.1km from Severalls in Newmarket. Administratively it sits within Newmarket North ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
For families considering a move, CB8 7SF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £236k, down 12.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CB8 7SF are sourced from Output Area E00152661 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WESTON WAY, CB8 7SF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTON WAY, CB8 7SF.
234
45
£ 46,900 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CB8 7SF 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 45, CB8 7SF 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 12.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CB8 7SF. The average age is 45.3. 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
£ 111,000
6 sales · Mean £ 121,833
Semi-Detached
£ 258,750
2 sales · Mean £ 258,750
Terraced
£ 220,000
3 sales · Mean £ 227,666
Detached
£ 382,500
6 sales · Mean £ 396,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CB8 7SF has low crime rates — 21 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.
school Local Schools
Laureate Community Academy
St Louis Catholic Academy
Newmarket Academy
Paddocks Primary School
Houldsworth Valley Primary Academy
All Saints Church of England Primary School, Newmarket
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Exning Road Convenience Store0.6 km
- BP Connect - One Thousand Guineas Services0.6 km
- Halfords0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.5 km
- YO! To Go0.5 km
- Montage0.9 km
- Greggs Newmarket East0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
- Co-Op0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Sunlight Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- McDonald's0.5 km
- Burger King0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- NSDA Sports Club0.8 km
- Cherry Tree Newmarket0.6 km
- Exning Road Working Mens Club0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newmarket2.1 km
- Kennett6.5 km
- Dullingham6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Wragg Drive0.1 km
- Wragg Drive0.1 km
- Elliot Close0.2 km
- Elliot Close0.2 km
- St Felix School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CB87SF · Data under Open Government Licence