The Croft is in Sudbury and in Babergh district. CO10 1HN is located in the Sudbury North West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Croft, Sudbury, CO10 1HN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO10 1JD, CO10 1HH, CO10 1JE, CO10 1JF, CO10 1HG, CO10 1JB, CO10 1HJ, CO10 1HL, CO10 1HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO10 1HN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% 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 | 56.6% | 54.9% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 43.4% | 45.1% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 22% | 27.9% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 37.6% | 4.3% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 17.4% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 8.3% |
| Widowed | 27.4% | 13.2% | -14.2% | 6.1% | 7.1% |
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 | 34.6% | 39.3% | 4.7% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 34.8% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 24.2% | 20.4% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 7.7% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 4.8% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.5% | 18.7% | -15.8% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.5% | 11.3% | 4.8% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 14.4% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.1% | 5.1% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 15.6% | 7.9% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 31.5% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 3% | 3.5% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 93.7% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
In this area, 90% 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 | 94.5% | 90% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 3.7% | 3.2% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 90% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 7.8% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.7% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Croft was 159.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 280.6% higher than the Lavenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Croft has the 5th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lavenham and the 10th highest crime rate of 304 local areas in Babergh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Croft, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-06-22 | £276,652 |
| 2 The Croft, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2021-02-15 | £385,601 |
| 3 The Croft, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2016-02-15 | £229,004 |
| 2 The Croft, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2012-11-23 | £294,146 |
| 5 The Croft, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2005-10-19 | £743,449 |
CO10 1HN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CO10 1HN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Beaconsfield Road , CO10 1JP | 3out of 4 | 186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Street , CO10 2BJ | 3out of 4 | 528 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Church of England Primary School, Sudbury Tudor Road , CO10 1NL | 3out of 4 | 710 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Sudbury Tudor Road , CO10 1NL | - not rated | 710 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhall Primary School Mayflower Way , CO10 1ST | 3out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Sudbury Academy Tudor Road , CO10 1NW | 2out of 4 | 946 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sudbury Upper School and Arts College Tudor Road , CO10 1NW | - not rated | 946 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Gainsborough School Head Lane , Great Cornard CO10 0JU | - not rated | 2,540 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Gainsborough School Wells Hall Road , Great Cornard CO10 0NH | - not rated | 2,736 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uplands Community Middle School York Road , CO10 1NG | - not rated | 655 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Voluntary Controlled Middle School, Sudbury Acton Lane , CO10 0AA | - not rated | 1,711 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Cornard Middle School Wells Hall Road , Great Cornard CO10 0NH | - not rated | 2,850 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salters Hall School Stour Street , CO10 2AX | - not rated | 380 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Special School Hitchcock Place , CO10 1NN | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalk Hill Cats Lane , CO10 2SF | 2out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalk Hill Cats Lane , CO10 2SF | - not rated | 1,432 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampden House Hostel Cats Lane , Great Cornard CO10 2SF | - not rated | 1,432 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cradle Foods CIC | 40 North Street, SUDBURY | 166 yd | |
| The White Nettle | 65 North Street, SUDBURY | 193 yd | |
| JILANI | Jilani, 58-59 North Street | 195 yd | |
| Joe's Sandwich Shop | 86 North Street, SUDBURY | 245 yd | |
| Starburger | 82 North Street, SUDBURY | 245 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northcroft Social Club | Northcroft Social Club Ltd, 1 The Croft | 0 yd | |
| Grover and Allen - J D Wetherspoon | Grover And Allen (J D Wetherspoon) The Grover, 67-70 North Street | 199 yd | |
| White Horse | White Horse Hotel, North Street | 242 yd | |
| The Bay Horse | 61-65 Melford Road, SUDBURY | 290 yd | |
| The Lady Elizabeth | 7 Market Hill, SUDBURY | 290 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Pizza | Flat, 41 North Street | 163 yd | |
| GOODVIEW CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 57 North Street, SUDBURY | 193 yd | |
| Hot Wok | 50 North Street, SUDBURY | 193 yd | |
| Mughal Express | 53 North Street, SUDBURY | 193 yd | |
| Oh My Cod | 56 North Street, SUDBURY | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Buys | 30 North Street, SUDBURY | 166 yd | |
| Iceland | 94-95 North Street, SUDBURY | 245 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 19 Market Hill, SUDBURY | 290 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Armes Trading Estate, Cornard Road | 295 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sudbury Cricket Club 1 CHEYNE COURT 1 CHEYNE COURT QUAY LANE | grass pitches | 591 yd |
| Uplands Middle School (Closed) York Road | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| Sudbury Bowls Club QUAY LANE | indoor bowls | 677 yd |
| Belle Vue Park Newton Road | tennis courts | 718 yd |
| Kingfisher Leisure Centre (Sudbury) KINGFISHER LEISURE CENTRE KINGFISHER LEISURE CENTRE STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 718 yd |
| The Kings Marsh Stadium THE MEL GROUP STADIUM THE MEL GROUP STADIUM BRUNDON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Sudbury Sports Centre TUDOR ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 947 yd |
| Yellow Dot Sports Club (Closed) Cornard Road | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts | 1,083 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.