Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

CB8 9JW House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

159

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 44,600 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CB8 9JW 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.

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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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10/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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Area Character

CB8 9JW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 44% 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CB8 9JW is a sought-after residential area located 1.0km from Newmarket in Newmarket. Administratively it sits within Newmarket East ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

For renters and young professionals, CB8 9JW offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 53% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for CB8 9JW are sourced from Output Area E00183337 (shared with 6 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 9JW. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.9%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 50%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

CB8 9JW has low crime rates — 14 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.

Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary3
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Houldsworth Valley Primary Academy

Good329 pupils0.6 km
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Ditton Lodge Primary School

Good193 pupils0.8 km
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All Saints Church of England Primary School, Newmarket

Good175 pupils1.0 km
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Newmarket Academy

Good799 pupils1.1 km
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St Louis Catholic Academy

Good332 pupils1.3 km
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Paddocks Primary School

Good188 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • Argos0.9 km
  • Eric Tennant Quality Butchers0.8 km
  • New Look0.7 km
  • Shell Newmarket0.3 km
  • All Saints Convenience Store0.9 km
  • + 21 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Kings Restaurant & Events0.7 km
  • Byerley House0.6 km
  • White Hart0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Foresters Social Club0.7 km
  • Newmarket Lawn Tennis Club0.6 km
  • Unique0.8 km
  • Waggon and Horses Public House1.0 km
  • Jockey Club Rooms0.7 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • BLD Cafe Restaurant0.8 km
  • Rose & Mango0.5 km
  • Thai Street Cafe1.0 km
  • The Graze Kitchen Limited0.7 km
  • Turkoman bar and grill0.6 km
  • + 20 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Coffee World UK Ltd0.4 km
  • Delish Pizza0.5 km
  • The Kala Sheep0.8 km
  • Valley Way Fish Shop0.8 km
  • Victor Victoria Coffee Ltd0.8 km
  • + 11 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newmarket0.6 km
  • Dullingham4.8 km
  • Kennett7.6 km

Bus Stops

  • White Lion0.2 km
  • White Lion0.3 km