Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

CAMBRIDGE CRESCENT, SG8 5LP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAMBRIDGE CRESCENT, SG8 5LP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

137

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 56,000 /yr

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Employed

70%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG8 5LP 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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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. SG8 5LP's 68% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 11.8% year-on-year.

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

SG8 5LP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Cambridge Crescent, 1.1km from Dyer's Green in Bassingbourn. Administratively it sits within Melbourn ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

For families considering a move, SG8 5LP represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (57% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k, up 11.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SG8 5LP are sourced from Output Area E00091942 (shared with 2 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 SG8 5LP. The average age is 36.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.4%
Asian / British Asian5.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

70%Active
FT: 57%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 241,250

24 sales · Mean £ 255,250

Semi-Detached

£ 309,000

1 sales · Mean £ 309,000

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

SG8 5LP has low crime rates — 46 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Bassingbourn Barracks Sergeants Mess0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Meldreth3.7 km
  • Royston4.7 km
  • Shepreth5.7 km