Chilton Way is in Stowmarket and in Mid Suffolk district. IP14 1SZ is located in the Chilton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury St Edmunds. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chilton Way, Stowmarket, IP14 1SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP14 1RE, IP14 1RG, IP14 1UA, IP14 1UF, IP14 1UL, IP14 1UE, IP14 1TY, IP14 1UJ, IP14 1TZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP14 1SZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 53.9% | 53.3% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 46.1% | 46.7% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 18.5% | 37.3% | 18.8% | 37.9% | -0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 32.7% | -18.7% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 10.6% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 18.7% | 17.9% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 11.8% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.1% | 39.6% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 26.9% | -7.4% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 21% | 5.1% | 12.7% | 8.3% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 12% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 8.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.2% | 23.4% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 8.7% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 11.4% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 8.4% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 19.8% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 22.2% | -0.7% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 5.2% | 6.3% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.9% | 95.9% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 94.4% | 95.4% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 95.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.6% | 37.2% | 19.4% |
| Christian | 31.4% | 46.2% | -14.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 11.7% | 6.0% | 5.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chilton Way was 33.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.6% higher than the Battisford & Ringshall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chilton Way has the 21st highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Battisford & Ringshall and the 130th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 966.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Chilton Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £253,000 | 2025-01-03 | £264,150 |
| 3 Chilton Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2019-03-29 | £257,042 |
| 1 Chilton Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2018-01-12 | £254,424 |
| 2 Chilton Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2016-05-19 | £247,103 |
| 3 Chilton Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2015-09-23 | £271,750 |
IP14 1SZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 95 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Ley Community Primary School Lowry Way , IP14 1UF | 3out of 4 | 358 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilton Community Primary School Violet Hill Road , IP14 1NN | - not rated | 1,192 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbot's Hall Community Primary School Danescourt Avenue , IP14 1QF | - not rated | 1,759 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedars Park Community Primary School Pintail Road , IP14 5FP | 2out of 4 | 2,907 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combs Ford Primary School Glemsford Road , IP14 2PN | - not rated | 3,004 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 661 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowupland High School Church Road , Stowupland IP14 4BQ | 2out of 4 | 3,885 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 | 454 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorn Cottage The Lodge Ipswich Road , Elmsett IP7 6NY | - not rated | 1,795 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Gable End Fen Lane , IP7 7NL | - not rated | 1,795 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Finborough School The Hall , Great Finborough IP14 3EF | - not rated | 2,517 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narey's Garden Centre | Nareys Garden Centre, Bury Road | 1,067 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China City | 3 Wolsey Road, STOWMARKET | 827 yd | |
| Cinnamon Tree | 7 Wolsey Road, STOWMARKET | 827 yd | |
| Pizza King | 9 Wolsey Road, STOWMARKET | 827 yd | |
| Golden Garden Chinese Takeaway | 4 Wolsey Road, STOWMARKET | 827 yd | |
| Fishermen basket | Fishermen Basket, 8 Wolsey Road | 830 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chilton Fields CHILTON WAY | grass pitches | 73 yd |
| Mid Suffolk Leisure Centre GAINSBOROUGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 470 yd |
| Stowmarket High School ONEHOUSE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 539 yd |
| Chilton Community Primary School VIOLET HILL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 880 yd |
| Stowmarket Middle School Pitches (Closed) Violet Hill Road | grass pitches | 919 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 | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 42.9% |
| 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.