Is SG8 8SA a safe place to live?

Yes, SG8 8SA is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of SG8 8SA?

The population for the SG8 8SA area is approximately 249 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Cambridgeshire, East of England

BARLEY ROAD, SG8 8SA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARLEY ROAD, SG8 8SA.

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

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Population

249

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 53,500 /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: SG8 8SA 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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10/10

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9/10

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2/10

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8/10

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3/10

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10/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates SG8 8SA — age 49, 85% ownership, 15% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SG8 8SA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Barley Road, 0.3km from May Street in Great Chishill. Administratively it sits within Melbourn ward and the South Cambridgeshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SG8 8SA are sourced from Output Area E00092133 (shared with 13 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 8SA. The average age is 49.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.5%

Asian / British Asian2.0%

Black / African / Caribbean2.4%

Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 1%

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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.

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

SG8 8SA has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1

Drugs1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Hall Farm0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Royston7.2 km
Meldreth8.0 km
Great Chesterford9.1 km