Vincent Close is in Newmarket and in Forest Heath district. CB8 7AN is located in the Newmarket North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vincent Close, Newmarket, CB8 7AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB8 7AP, CB8 7AW, CB8 7BA, CB8 7XA, CB8 7DT, CB8 7SH, CB8 7AS, CB8 7AU, CB8 7AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CB8 7AN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 48.5% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 51.5% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.8% | 38.8% | 0.0% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34% | 32.5% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 13.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 9.2% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.6% | 44.6% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 38.6% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.9% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 23.9% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 12.9% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 12.4% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 10.9% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 5.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 14.9% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.7% | 20.9% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 7.2% | 4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.8% | 85.8% | -10.0% | 81.4% | 4.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 76.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.1% | -13.3% | 83.2% | -7.1% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 12.8% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 3% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 5.6% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.7% | 75.1% | -12.6% | 83.2% | -8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.8% | 11.8% | 9.8% | 2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 8.9% | 7.2% | 2.9% | 6.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 1.3% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 6.3% | 1.3% | 5.0% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Buddhist | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 5.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vincent Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Exning average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Vincent Close, Newmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £221,500 | 2025-01-24 | £225,443 |
| 37 Vincent Close, Newmarket, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2024-09-27 | £218,891 |
| 60 Vincent Close, Newmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2022-07-22 | £210,270 |
| 55 Vincent Close, Newmarket, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-09-03 | £208,915 |
| 21 Vincent Close, Newmarket, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-06-21 | £284,523 |
CB8 7AN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Other | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laureate Community Academy Exning Road , CB8 0AN | 3out of 4 | 711 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Paddocks Primary School Rochfort Avenue , CB8 0DL | 3out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Exning Primary School Oxford Street , Exning CB8 7EW | 3out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Louis Catholic Academy Fordham Road , CB8 7AA | 3out of 4 | 2,174 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Houldsworth Valley Primary Academy Rowley Drive , CB8 0PU | 2out of 4 | 2,286 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmarket Academy Exning Road , CB8 0EB | 3out of 4 | 1,632 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairstead House Fordham Road , Newmarket CB8 7AA | - not rated | 2,327 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Unit 6, Acorn Business Centre | 376 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Tesco Stores Ltd, Fordham Road | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NSDA Sports Club | Clubhouse, Scaltback Middle School | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studlands House Takeaway | Unit 5, The Centre | 399 yd | |
| The Old Scotch Indian | Unit 4, The Centre | 399 yd | |
| Burger King | Newmarket Retail Park, Oaks Drive | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food Warehouse | Unit 4A, Newmarket Retail Park | 481 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd. | Tesco Stores Limited Tesco Extra Store, Fordham Road | 506 yd | |
| Co-Op | 2-5 Elizabeth Parade, Newmarket | 985 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Studlands Park Sports & Social Club PINZA CLOSE | grass pitches | 220 yd |
| X-Treme Fitness Centre 5A 5A VICTORIA WAY | health and fitness suite | 226 yd |
| George Lambton Playing Fields WILLIE SNAITH ROAD | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| St Felix C Of E Vc Middle School (Closed) Fordham Road | grass pitches | 984 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 72.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.