Melford Road is in Lavenham, Sudbury and in Babergh district. CO10 9SE is located in the Long Melford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Melford Road, Lavenham, Sudbury, CO10 9SE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CO10 9SE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.1% | 51.6% | 4.5% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 52.9% | 48.4% | -4.5% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CO10 9SE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.8% | 25% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 59.6% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 6.4% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 4% | 5.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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 (89.7%) 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 | 36.6% | 48.9% | 12.3% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 50% | 40.8% | -9.2% | 33.6% | 7.2% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 9.8% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 26.5% | 14.1% | -12.4% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 9% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 21.2% | 5.3% | 13.4% | 7.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 17.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 30.8% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 2% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.4% | 100% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 98.3% | 95.1% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 95.1% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.3% | 37.2% | -8.9% |
| Christian | 66.3% | 46.2% | 20.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Melford Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Assington average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milburn Melford Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2025-03-14 | £318,728 |
| High Trees Melford Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £775,000 | 2021-06-29 | £867,550 |
| Artesian House Melford Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2004-06-22 | £499,436 |
| High Trees Melford Road, Sudbury, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2003-01-31 | £576,437 |
CO10 9SE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CO10 9SE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavenham Community Primary School Barn Street , Lavenham CO10 9RB | 3out of 4 | 1,974 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Lambert Drive , Acton CO10 0US | 3out of 4 | 3,615 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Waldingfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Folly Road , Great Waldingfield CO10 0RR | 3out of 4 | 4,911 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Melford Church of England Primary School Cordell Road , Long Melford CO10 9ED | 3out of 4 | 5,267 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.