Elmhurst Close is in Haverhill and in St Edmundsbury district. CB9 8EQ is located in the Haverhill Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elmhurst Close, Haverhill, CB9 8EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CB9 8EG, CB9 8EP, CB9 8EF, CB9 8EH, CB9 8QN, CB9 8EE, CB9 8ED, CB9 8EA, CB9 8AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CB9 8EQ is primarily male, with 56.9% of the population 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 | 46.5% | 43.1% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -7.9% |
| Male | 53.5% | 56.9% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 7.9% |
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 | 38.5% | 33.8% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 46.2% | 5.1% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 10.8% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 6.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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% | 32.6% | -11.0% | 48.4% | -15.8% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 47.8% | 10.6% | 33.6% | 14.2% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 16.4% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.1% | -3.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.1% | 24.3% | -0.8% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.8% | 12.5% | -9.3% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 14.4% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 13.4% | 8.9% | 5.3% | 8.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 13.8% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.9% | 18.4% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.3% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 13.2% | 12.0% | 0.7% | 12.5% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 92.9% | 83.3% | -9.6% | 81.4% | 1.9% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 81.3% 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 | 89.1% | 81.3% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 13.7% | 10.1% | 6.1% | 7.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 1.8% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 2.6% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 81.3% | -6.3% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 1.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 5% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 33.8% | 46.2% | -12.4% |
| Buddhist | 12.8% | 0.5% | 12.3% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmhurst Close was 57.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.7% lower than the Haverhill Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elmhurst Close has the 28th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Haverhill Central and the 191st highest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Elmhurst Close, Haverhill, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-12-01 | £273,885 |
| 38 Elmhurst Close, Haverhill, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2023-05-05 | £273,593 |
| 21 Elmhurst Close, Haverhill, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £372,500 | 2023-02-24 | £369,877 |
| 31 Elmhurst Close, Haverhill, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-09-16 | £297,465 |
| 48 Elmhurst Close, Haverhill, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-08-04 | £232,633 |
| Full-Time Employee | 132 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Primary Academy Chalkstone Way , CB9 0BW | 3out of 4 | 877 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Place Farm Primary Academy Camps Road , CB9 8HF | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coupals Primary Academy Chalkstone Way , CB9 0LB | 3out of 4 | 1,072 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Cangle Community Primary School Chapple Drive , CB9 0DU | 3out of 4 | 1,379 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clements Primary Academy Greenfields Way , CB9 8NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samuel Ward Academy Chalkstone Way , CB9 0LD | 2out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Manor Academy Eastern Avenue , CB9 9JE | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,043 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadlands Hall , Little Wratting CB9 7UA | - not rated | 2,395 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAVERHILL CRICKET & SPORTS CLUB | Haverhill Bowls Club, Haverhill Cricket And Sports Club | 150 yd | |
| New Maharajah | 75-77 High Street, Haverhill | 277 yd | |
| Portuguese Dreams | 91 High Street, Haverhill | 277 yd | |
| Stellar Bar & Coffee House | 56 High Street, Haverhill | 358 yd | |
| Ceo's Kitchen | 65 High Street, Haverhill | 366 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GREENE KING PLC | The Royal Exchange, 69-71 High Street | 400 yd | |
| Bar Vu | 2-3 Jubilee Walk, Haverhill | 423 yd | |
| The Drabbet Smock | Peas Hill, Haverhill | 678 yd | |
| The Bull | 8 Camps Road, Haverhill | 777 yd | |
| Queens Head | 9 Queen Street, Haverhill | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Friends Takeaway | 73 High Street, Haverhill | 277 yd | |
| Good Luck Chinese | 3 Eden Road, Haverhill | 312 yd | |
| Benny's Barbecue | 61B High Street, Haverhill | 400 yd | |
| Papillon Pizza | 54 High Street, Haverhill | 428 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 36 High Street, Haverhill | 440 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Uk | Lidl UK Unit 4, Haverhill Retail Park | 189 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland, 20 High Street | 514 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Lordscroft Lane | 673 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tesco Stores Limited Tesco Stores Ltd, Cangle Road | 856 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haverhill Indoor Bowls Centre MANOR ROAD | grass pitches, indoor bowls | 149 yd |
| Hamlet Croft (Closed) Hamlet Road | grass pitches | 303 yd |
| Haverhill Leisure Centre LORDSCROFT LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 454 yd |
| Haverhill Gymnastics Club THE HOLLANDS CENTRE THE HOLLANDS CENTRE HOLLANDS ROAD | 478 yd | |
| Real Bodies Health And Fitness PROSPECT HOUSE PROSPECT HOUSE HOLLANDS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 577 yd |
| Chalkstone Middle School (Closed) Millfields Way | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Mottsfield Playing Field CHARRINGTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| The New Croft THE NEW CROFT THE NEW CROFT CHALKSTONE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 918 yd |
| Westfield Primary Academy CHALKSTONE WAY | grass pitches | 919 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 | 67.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.