Betony Walk is in Haverhill and in St Edmundsbury district. CB9 7YB is located in the Haverhill West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Betony Walk, Haverhill, CB9 7YB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB9 7YG, CB9 7YF, CB9 9QP, CB9 9QG, CB9 7BF, CB9 9QS, CB9 9QR, CB9 7YE, CB9 7YA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CB9 7YB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 50.1% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 51.5% | 49.9% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 | 33.3% | 37.8% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 46.9% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.7% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 55.9% | 47.8% | -8.1% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 37.6% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 12.9% | 2.4% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
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 21.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 23.7% | 3.6% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 13.7% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.4% | 15% | -8.4% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.5% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 16.5% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 21.2% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -12.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.4% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 90.4% | 93.3% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 82.9% 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 | 90.8% | 82.9% | -7.9% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 13.4% | 10.3% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.8% | 83.1% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 9.2% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 5% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 1.5% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 7.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Betony Walk was 52.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.3% higher than the Haverhill North average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Betony Walk has the 9th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Haverhill North and the 217th highest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Betony Walk, Haverhill, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-02-17 | £210,130 |
| 54 Betony Walk, Haverhill, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2024-07-22 | £222,017 |
| 35 Betony Walk, Haverhill, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-03-28 | £217,210 |
| 36 Betony Walk, Haverhill, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-03-17 | £258,151 |
| 67 Betony Walk, Haverhill, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2022-08-26 | £249,462 |
CB9 7YB 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 | 141 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 62 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Education | 24 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill School Lane , CB9 9DE | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton End Primary Academy School Lane , Burton End CB9 9DE | 2out of 4 | 810 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Place Farm Primary Academy Camps Road , CB9 8HF | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clements Primary Academy Greenfields Way , CB9 8NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,541 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Cangle Community Primary School Chapple Drive , CB9 0DU | 3out of 4 | 1,590 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Manor Academy Eastern Avenue , CB9 9JE | 3out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Ward Academy Chalkstone Way , CB9 0LD | 2out of 4 | 2,575 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill Special Free School Chalkstone Way , CB9 0LB | 4out of 4 | 3,464 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadlands Hall , Little Wratting CB9 7UA | - not rated | 3,798 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Glebe House Church Road , Shudy Camps CB21 4QH | - not rated | 3,984 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Shuttle | The Flying Shuttle. The Flying Shuttle, Three Counties Way | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 3 Grove Court, Brybank Road | 405 yd | |
| DD Fried Chicken | 1 Grove Court, Brybank Road | 405 yd | |
| Happy House | 6 Queensway, Haverhill | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Haycocks Road | 631 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkway Middle School (Closed) Park Road | grass pitches | 330 yd |
| Castle Hill Community Middle School (Closed) School Lane | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Castle Manor Academy EASTERN AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,004 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.57 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.57 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.