Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

ORCHARD ROAD, SG8 6HR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD ROAD, SG8 6HR.

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

303

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 53,500 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SG8 6HR 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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8/10
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6/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SG8 6HR spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. £362k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

SG8 6HR is a safe, established residential area on Orchard Road, 0.5km from The Moor in Melbourn. Administratively it sits within Melbourn ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

For families considering a move, SG8 6HR represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £362k.

Census 2021 statistics for SG8 6HR are sourced from Output Area E00092147 (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 SG8 6HR. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.0%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 362,500

2 sales · Mean £ 362,500

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

SG8 6HR has low crime rates — 16 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 offences21
Anti-social behaviour11
Burglary7
Criminal damage and arson6
Other crime5

school Local Schools

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Melbourn Primary School

Good394 pupils0.5 km
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Melbourn Village College

Good605 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Leech and Sons0.5 km
  • Melbourn Stores0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Black Horse0.6 km
  • The Dolphin0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Melbourn Fish Bar0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • MACS Warm Hub0.5 km
  • Sodexo Ltd0.3 km
  • The Hideaway Café0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Meldreth1.2 km
  • Shepreth3.4 km
  • Foxton4.5 km