Newton Road is in Sudbury and in Babergh district. CO10 2RL is located in the Sudbury South 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 Newton Road, Sudbury, CO10 2RL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CO10 2RQ, CO10 2RT, CO10 2PR, CO10 2PP, CO10 2RH, CO10 2RU, CO10 2WR, CO10 2PW, CO10 2TX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO10 2RL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 51.7% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51.8% | 48.3% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 26.6% | 29.2% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 45.2% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 13.9% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 8.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 42.1% | 42.2% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -6.2% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 39.7% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 14.8% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 23% | 22.7% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 7.8% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 13.8% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 4.6% | 2.4% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 21.6% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 27.3% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.1% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.4% | 98.5% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 92% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 4.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 3.7% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 92.3% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.3% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 2.5% | -3.6% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Newton Road was 370.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 801.4% higher than the Lavenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Newton Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 37 local areas in Lavenham and the 2nd highest crime rate of 301 local areas in Babergh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 122.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Newton Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £276,667 | 2023-05-09 | £271,452 |
| 11 Newton Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-09-23 | £214,362 |
| Countisbury Lodge Newton Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2021-05-27 | £684,949 |
| St Leonards Cottage Newton Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2021-03-09 | £454,524 |
| Heritage House Newton Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £697,500 | 2021-01-21 | £764,775 |
CO10 2RL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 2RL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 690 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Church of England Primary School, Sudbury Tudor Road , CO10 1NL | 3out of 4 | 800 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Street , CO10 2BJ | 3out of 4 | 855 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pot Kiln Primary School Butt Road , Great Cornard CO10 0DS | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodhall Primary School Mayflower Way , CO10 1ST | 1out of 4 | 1,317 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Gainsborough School Wells Hall Road , Great Cornard CO10 0NH | 3out of 4 | 2,237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chalk Hill Cats Lane , CO10 2SF | - not rated | 898 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Hillside Special School Hitchcock Place , CO10 1NN | 4out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cabin | To be demolished, Belle Vue and former swimming pool site | 122 yd | |
| Marimba | Marimba World Chocolate Ltd 10 Borehamgate, King Street | 286 yd | |
| Bishop's Coffee Company Ltd | Bishop's Coffee Unit 1, 101 East Street | 299 yd | |
| Dinky Treats Ltd | 3 King Street, SUDBURY | 313 yd | |
| Huffers Cafe Restaurant | Huffers, 32 King Street | 322 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gainsborough | The Gainsborough Spectre Leisure Ltd The, King Street | 284 yd | |
| The Comfortable Cow | Unit 3, The Pied Cow, 12 King Street | 298 yd | |
| Club Infinity | 98 East Street, SUDBURY | 337 yd | |
| The Horse and Groom | Horse and Groom, 35 East Street | 378 yd | |
| The Lady Elizabeth | 7 Market Hill, SUDBURY | 468 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken George | 10-11 King Street, SUDBURY | 298 yd | |
| The Codfather | 37 King Street, SUDBURY | 327 yd | |
| UK Best Kebabs | 13 Gaol Lane, SUDBURY | 485 yd | |
| Subway | 16 North Street, SUDBURY | 487 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 26 North Street, SUDBURY | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 19 Market Hill, SUDBURY | 468 yd | |
| Iceland | 94-95 North Street, SUDBURY | 472 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Armes Trading Estate, Cornard Road | 545 yd | |
| Bargain Buys | 30 North Street, SUDBURY | 635 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belle Vue Park Newton Road | tennis courts | 66 yd |
| Kingfisher Leisure Centre (Sudbury) KINGFISHER LEISURE CENTRE KINGFISHER LEISURE CENTRE STATION ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 362 yd |
| Yellow Dot Sports Club (Closed) Cornard Road | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts | 409 yd |
| The Delphi Centre THE DELPHI CENTRE THE DELPHI CENTRE NEWTON ROAD | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Uplands Middle School (Closed) York Road | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Sudbury Cricket Club 1 CHEYNE COURT 1 CHEYNE COURT QUAY LANE | grass pitches | 798 yd |
| Sudbury Bowls Club QUAY LANE | indoor bowls | 851 yd |
| Sudbury Sports Centre TUDOR ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,085 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 | 74.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.