Needham Street is in Gazeley, Newmarket and in Forest Heath district. CB8 8RR is located in the Kentford & Moulton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Needham Street, Gazeley, Newmarket, CB8 8RR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB8 8RR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 53% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 50% | 47% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CB8 8RR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 14.5% | 27.8% | 13.3% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.1% | 55.1% | -14.0% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 11.6% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 3.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.5% | 51.1% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 35.1% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 11% | 10.3% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around CB8 8RR this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.1% | 7.6% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.6% | 5.8% | 0.2% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.5% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.4% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 19.2% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.2% | 47.1% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 13.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.8% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 89.3% | 89.4% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.5% | 3.7% | -2.8% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.5% | 89.6% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 4.8% | 5.7% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 2.2% | -3.4% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.9% | 0.3% | 3.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Needham Street was 27.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.7% higher than the Chedburgh & Chevington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Needham Street has the 21st lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Chedburgh & Chevington and the 209th lowest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 - 2 Needham Street, Newmarket, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2024-08-16 | £808,307 |
| 5 Needham Street, Newmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2021-06-25 | £315,181 |
| 6 Needham Street, Newmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2020-08-27 | £423,504 |
| 6 Needham Street, Newmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2019-04-30 | £345,872 |
| 5 Needham Street, Newmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2010-01-18 | £379,888 |
CB8 8RR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 130 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moulton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School School Road , Moulton CB8 8PR | 3out of 4 | 2,912 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennett Primary School 98 Station Road , Kennett CB8 7QQ | 3out of 4 | 3,350 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Colethorpe Lane , Barrow IP29 5AU | 4out of 4 | 4,909 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's CEVCP School St Christopher's Cevcp School, Bellflower Crescent , Red Lodge IP28 8XQ | 1out of 4 | 5,246 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 21.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.