Is CB8 9EX a safe place to live?

Yes, CB8 9EX 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 9EX?

The population for the CB8 9EX area is approximately 302 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

CB8 9EX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CB8 9EX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

302

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB8 9EX 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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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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9/10

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5/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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8/10

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Area Character

CB8 9EX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

CB8 9EX is a safe, established residential area located 1.3km from Sowley Green in West Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Withersfield ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

For families considering a move, CB8 9EX represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 9EX are sourced from Output Area E00153716 (shared with 25 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 9EX. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

CB8 9EX has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1

Other theft1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Stirling House0.4 km
Combat2coffee0.8 km
Combat2coffee0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Dullingham11.5 km
Newmarket12.8 km
Kennett15.4 km