West View is in Stowmarket and in Mid Suffolk district. IP14 1SD is located in the St Peter's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury St Edmunds. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West View, Stowmarket, IP14 1SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP14 1SG, IP14 1SQ, IP14 1PY, IP14 1ST, IP14 1PX, IP14 1SF, IP14 1QA, IP14 1SE, IP14 1SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP14 1SD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49% | 49.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 23.3% | 25.3% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 48.7% | -12.6% | 44.2% | 4.5% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 12.7% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 11.4% | 4.1% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.4% | 47% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 37% | 36.5% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 14.7% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 1.7% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 22.7% | 18.7% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 10.1% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 18.7% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 5.4% | -0.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 17.7% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 26.6% | -0.2% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.3% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 93.7% | 95.2% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 92.9% | 94.4% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West View was 10.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.4% lower than the Battisford & Ringshall average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
West View has the 5th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Battisford & Ringshall and the 32nd lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 West View, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2025-04-10 | £408,759 |
| 41 West View, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £357,500 | 2023-10-25 | £368,015 |
| 38 West View, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-08-25 | £354,705 |
| 38 West View, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-05-31 | £304,033 |
| 1 West View, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £378,000 | 2022-08-04 | £384,274 |
IP14 1SD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP14 1SD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 113 |
| Retired | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Ley Community Primary School Lowry Way , IP14 1UF | 3out of 4 | 806 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilton Community Primary School Violet Hill Road , IP14 1NN | - not rated | 984 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbot's Hall Community Primary School Danescourt Avenue , IP14 1QF | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combs Ford Primary School Glemsford Road , IP14 2PN | - not rated | 2,216 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Lavenham Way , Combs IP14 2BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,514 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stowmarket High School Onehouse Road , IP14 1QR | 2out of 4 | 472 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowupland High School Church Road , Stowupland IP14 4BQ | 2out of 4 | 3,860 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Ap - Academy Suffolk Chilton Way , IP14 1SZ | 1out of 4 | 530 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorn Cottage The Lodge Ipswich Road , Elmsett IP7 6NY | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Gable End Fen Lane , IP7 7NL | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Finborough School The Hall , Great Finborough IP14 3EF | - not rated | 2,382 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trudy's Sandwich Bar | 57 Recreation Road, STOWMARKET | 853 yd | |
| Cafe on the Rec | Cafe @ The Rec, Recreation Ground | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Lodge | 36 Violet Hill Road, STOWMARKET | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China City | 3 Wolsey Road, STOWMARKET | 815 yd | |
| Cinnamon Tree | 7 Wolsey Road, STOWMARKET | 815 yd | |
| Pizza King | 9 Wolsey Road, STOWMARKET | 815 yd | |
| Golden Garden Chinese Takeaway | 4 Wolsey Road, STOWMARKET | 815 yd | |
| Fishermen basket | Fishermen Basket, 8 Wolsey Road | 835 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stowmarket High School ONEHOUSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre GAINSBOROUGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 652 yd |
| Stowmarket Lawn Tennis Club FINBOROUGH ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 831 yd |
| Stowmarket Middle School (Closed) Walnut Tree Walk | 873 yd | |
| Chilton Community Primary School VIOLET HILL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 961 yd |
| Stowmarket Middle School Pitches (Closed) Violet Hill Road | grass pitches | 998 yd |
| Chilton Fields CHILTON WAY | grass pitches | 1,019 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 | 35.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.44 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.