Nelson Road is in Sudbury and in Babergh district. CO10 1PW is located in the Sudbury North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nelson Road, Sudbury, CO10 1PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO10 1PN, CO10 1FA, CO10 1PL, CO10 1YF, CO10 1PP, CO10 0GN, CO10 1PZ, CO10 1PS, CO10 1QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CO10 1PW is primarily male, with 53.5% 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 | 48% | 46.5% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 52% | 53.5% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CO10 1PW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.7% | 43.5% | 12.8% | 37.9% | 5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 34.5% | -9.5% | 44.2% | -9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 13.7% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 41.2% | 42.8% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 36.5% | -3.7% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 17% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 15%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.8% | 24.8% | -15.0% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.2% | 16.9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 7.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 18.1% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 10.2% | 7.7% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 10.6% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 15% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -18.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.3% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 94.6% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 96% | 89.7% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4.1% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 90% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.7% | 76.7% | -9.0% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56% | 37.2% | 18.8% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nelson Road was 165.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 301.7% higher than the Lavenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nelson Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lavenham and the 11th highest crime rate of 301 local areas in Babergh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 116.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 59 Nelson Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-06-11 | £184,636 |
| 59 Nelson Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2024-06-17 | £225,912 |
| 25 Nelson Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-04-17 | £257,055 |
| 33 Nelson Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2023-11-30 | £169,871 |
| 41 Nelson Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-02-23 | £190,254 |
CO10 1PW 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhall Primary School Mayflower Way , CO10 1ST | 1out of 4 | 685 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Church of England Primary School, Sudbury Tudor Road , CO10 1NL | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Beaconsfield Road , CO10 1JP | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pot Kiln Primary School Butt Road , Great Cornard CO10 0DS | 3out of 4 | 1,824 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Street , CO10 2BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Sudbury Academy Tudor Road , CO10 1NW | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Gainsborough School Wells Hall Road , Great Cornard CO10 0NH | 3out of 4 | 3,003 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Special School Hitchcock Place , CO10 1NN | 4out of 4 | 762 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalk Hill Cats Lane , CO10 2SF | - not rated | 1,792 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbury Community Hub | Sudbury Community Hub. Sudbury Community, 3 Northern Road | 408 yd | |
| Rainbow Fun | Unit 1, Addison Road | 553 yd | |
| Sodexo | Sodexo at Nestle Purina 2 Windham Road, Chilton Industrial Estate | 894 yd | |
| Citrus Restaurant | Caxton House, 4 Milner Road | 998 yd | |
| KFC | Kentucky Fried Chicken, Shawlands Retail Park | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mick's Fish and Chips | 1 Landsdown Road, SUDBURY | 481 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Saints Church Of England Middle School (Closed) Acton Lane | grass pitches | 427 yd |
| The Delphi Centre THE DELPHI CENTRE THE DELPHI CENTRE NEWTON ROAD | grass pitches | 666 yd |
| Sudbury Sports Centre TUDOR ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 844 yd |
| Zest Health And Fitness CHILTON ROAD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 969 yd |
| Uplands Middle School (Closed) York Road | grass pitches | 993 yd |
| Mwah Health, Beauty & Fitness Studio Chilton Road Industrial Estate | health and fitness suite | 1,032 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 | 53.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.