Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

MALTON ROAD, SG8 5QR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALTON ROAD, SG8 5QR.

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Population

253

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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4/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

Burglary2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Other theft1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Petersfield CofE Aided Primary School

Good118 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Orwell Village Stores0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Chequers Public House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shepreth3.2 km
  • Foxton4.4 km
  • Meldreth4.9 km