SG8 5QR is a sought-after residential area on Malton Road, 0.6km from Orwell in Orwell. Administratively it sits within Barrington ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SG8, SG8 5QR offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £780k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SG8 5QR are sourced from Output Area E00092176 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MALTON ROAD, SG8 5QR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALTON ROAD, SG8 5QR.
253
47
£ 50,600 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SG8 5QR 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SG8 5QR combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£780k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £780k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SG8 5QR. The average age is 46.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 780,000
1 sales · Mean £ 780,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
SG8 5QR has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Petersfield CofE Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Orwell Village Stores0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Chequers Public House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shepreth3.2 km
- Foxton4.4 km
- Meldreth4.9 km
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Postcode Profile: SG85QR · Data under Open Government Licence