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South Newmarket & Racecourse

England / East of England / West Suffolk / South Newmarket & Racecourse

About

South Newmarket & Racecourse is a residential and commercial area in West Suffolk, known for its proximity to the historic Newmarket Racecourse. The area features a mix of housing, from modern developments to older properties, catering to a range of lifestyles. Local amenities include shops, schools, and leisure facilities, making it a practical place to live. The racecourse itself is a key landmark, hosting major events that draw visitors from across the region.

The surrounding landscape includes open green spaces and quiet streets, offering a balance between urban convenience and a relaxed atmosphere. Transport links are well-developed, with easy access to nearby towns and Cambridge. The area’s connection to horse racing adds a distinctive character, with training yards and equestrian facilities scattered throughout. South Newmarket & Racecourse provides a functional base for both families and professionals in West Suffolk.

Area overview

On average South Newmarket & Racecourse has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 66 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Newmarket & Racecourse is £44,600 per year. There are 4 schools in South Newmarket & Racecourse: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
66
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
16.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

South Newmarket & Racecourse Population
9,753
Population density
1,003.7 per km²

Demographics

British
7,097
72.78%
Other White
1,308
13.41%
Pakistani
212
2.17%
Indian
156
1.6%
Irish
148
1.52%
Total population: 9,751

Housing

Owns outright
1,355
28.21%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,336
27.82%
Owns with a mortgage
1,029
21.42%
Other social rented
529
11.01%
Social rents from council
331
6.89%
Total households: 4,803

Property prices in South Newmarket & Racecourse

Based on 145 recent sales, the median property price is £275,800 in South Newmarket & Racecourse area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £1,100,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached24£395,000
Flats23£175,000
Semi-Detached32£300,000
Terraced66£250,500

10 years price trend in South Newmarket & Racecourse

All postcodes in South Newmarket & Racecourse

CB88GA

Old Station Road

CB88HJ

All Saints Road

CB88HY

Cardigan Street

CB89BL

Green Road

CB89WL

High Street

CB80EG

Freshfields

CB80HL

Church Lane

CB80NF

Hamilton Road

CB80NH

Rowley Drive

CB80QF

Edinburgh Road

CB80QH

Valley Way

CB88JE

Vicarage Road

CB88AF

Stanley Road

CB88AY

Heath Road

CB88AZ

Green Road

CB81GJ

High Street

CB80EF

Freshfields

CB80JS

Lowther Street

CB80TF

South Newmarket & Racecourse

CB88AD

Cheveley Road

CB88EB

Old Station Road

CB88HQ

High Street

CB88JS

High Street

CB89AA

Queensberry Road

CB81FD

High Street

CB81FP

High Street

CB80DH

Halifax Way

CB80NU

Manderston Road

CB80PD

Hamilton Road

CB80QD

Edinburgh Road

CB88DS

Greenfields

CB88EZ

Granby Street

CB88FS

Dick Perryman Court

CB88HA

Granby Street

CB88LA

Moulton Road

CB80FE

St Fabians Close

CB80BU

Churchill Avenue

CB80NW

South Newmarket & Racecourse

CB88DR

Greenfields

CB88EL

Seymour Close

CB88QD

Park Cottages

CB88HN

All Saints Road

CB80DQ

Fairhaven Way

CB80EN

Edinburgh Road

CB80EU

Collings Place

CB89BB

Paddocks Drive

CB80QJ

Valley Way

CB80QN

Drinkwater Close

CB88BX

Cricket Field Road

CB88HB

Granby Street

CB89AW

Grosvenor Yard

CB89BH

Woodditton Road

CB81GW

High Street

CB80DN

Durham Way

CB80ND

Cecil Lodge Close

CB88BD

Green Road

CB89AG

High Street

CB80DJ

Elizabeth Avenue

CB80DW

Jarvis Way

CB80EY

Bartons Place

CB80FH

Abernant Drive

CB80QP

Bahram Close

CB88GP

All Saints Road

CB89AX

Queensberry Road

CB81DU

High Street

CB80DL

Rochfort Avenue

CB80HX

Wellington Street

CB80WH

Fitzroy Street

CB80DA

Rosebery Way

CB80GU

Hamilton Road

CB80JL

Rowley Drive

CB80JT

Black Bear Lane

CB80JX

Rowley Drive

CB80NJ

The Rows

CB80XG

Heath Road

CB81DT

High Street

CB88BA

Warrington Street

CB88DT

Old Station Road

CB88DX

Moulton Road

CB88JJ

High Street

CB80WY

Hamilton Road

CB80NB

Cecil Lodge Close

CB80PE

Philipps Close

CB88AB

Heath Road

CB88ER

Cricket Field Road

CB88FN

Granby Street

CB88GJ

All Saints Road

CB88GR

All Saints Road

CB80EP

Edinburgh Road

CB80LD

Doris Street

CB80NA

Cecil Lodge Close

CB80QE

Edinburgh Road

CB88BY

South Newmarket & Racecourse

CB88ES

All Saints Road

CB88FD

Cheveley Road

CB89AP

High Street

CB80DD

Derby Way

CB80GZ

Cecil Lodge Close

CB80NP

Hill Close

CB88DY

Moulton Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.