Finborough Hall is in Great Finborough, Stowmarket and in Mid Suffolk district. IP14 3EF is located in the Onehouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury St Edmunds. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Finborough Hall, Great Finborough, Stowmarket, IP14 3EF 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 area surrounding IP14 3EF has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents 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 | 49.5% | 49.5% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.5% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of IP14 3EF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% 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 | 25% | 29.3% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.5% | 54.1% | -6.4% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 6.9% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.6% | 53.2% | -5.4% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 30.9% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 13.7% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| 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 | 12.8% | 13.2% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.5% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 14.5% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.1% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 17.4% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.9% | 34.7% | 0.8% | 33.8% | 0.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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 | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.1% | 92.3% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 94.7% | 92.4% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 92.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 1.8% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Not answered | 14.5% | 6.0% | 8.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Finborough Hall was 19.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.4% lower than the Battisford & Ringshall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Finborough Hall has the 17th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Battisford & Ringshall and the 98th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keepers Cottage Finborough Hall, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2000-01-07 | £403,529 |
IP14 3EF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
IP14 3EF 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 101 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Other | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Finborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School High Road , Great Finborough IP14 3AQ | 3out of 4 | 819 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Ley Community Primary School Lowry Way , IP14 1UF | 3out of 4 | 2,585 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilton Community Primary School Violet Hill Road , IP14 1NN | - not rated | 3,216 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbot's Hall Community Primary School Danescourt Avenue , IP14 1QF | - not rated | 3,243 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combs Ford Primary School Glemsford Road , IP14 2PN | - not rated | 4,251 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 | 2,545 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finborough School The Hall , Great Finborough IP14 3EF | - not rated | 185 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap - Academy Suffolk Chilton Way , IP14 1SZ | 1out of 4 | 2,258 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorn Cottage The Lodge Ipswich Road , Elmsett IP7 6NY | - not rated | 3,665 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Gable End Fen Lane , IP7 7NL | - not rated | 3,665 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stowmarket Golf Centre Ltd | Stowmarket Golf Centre, Lower Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Horse Inn | Chestnut Horse, High Road | 590 yd | |
| Stowmarket Golf Club | Stowmarket Golf Club. Stowmarket Golf Club, Lower Road | 971 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Finborough School FINBOROUGH HALL FINBOROUGH HALL | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| Great Finborough Cevc Primary School PRIMARY SCHOOL PRIMARY SCHOOL HIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Stowmarket Golf Centre LOWER ROAD | golf | 1,061 yd |
| Stowmarket Golf Club LOWER ROAD | golf | 1,061 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.