Mill Fields is in Haughley, Stowmarket and in Mid Suffolk district. IP14 3PU is located in the Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden 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 Mill Fields, Haughley, Stowmarket, IP14 3PU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP14 3PW, IP14 3GQ, IP14 3PN, IP14 3SA, IP14 3PP, IP14 3NZ, IP14 3PE, IP14 3PZ, IP14 3PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP14 3PU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 55.8% | 54.7% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 44.2% | 45.3% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 | 21.3% | 24.4% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45% | 46.6% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 12.2% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 19% | 14.7% | -4.3% | 6.1% | 8.6% |
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 (69.9%) 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 | 38.2% | 33.5% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 36.4% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 24.6% | 16.7% | -7.9% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 9.5% | 4.2% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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 | 32.6% | 24.3% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 15.7% | 2.1% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 14.9% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.1% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 13.6% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 23.8% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 5% | 2.6% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.3% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95.7% | 95.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 94.7% | 94.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0.4% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 27.1% | 13.5% | 13.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 60% | 46.2% | 13.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Fields was 15.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.5% lower than the Elmswell & Woolpit average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Fields has the 15th lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Elmswell & Woolpit and the 64th lowest crime rate of 309 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Mill Fields, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-06-07 | £395,044 |
| 6 Mill Fields, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-11-25 | £336,248 |
| 21 Mill Fields, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-09-24 | £253,188 |
| 4 Mill Fields, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-08-27 | £407,500 |
| 2 Mill Fields, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £238,788 | 2019-05-02 | £284,451 |
IP14 3PU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 3PU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crawford's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Green Road , Haughley IP14 3QZ | - not rated | 522 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crawford's Church of England Primary School Green Road , Haughley IP14 3QZ | 3out of 4 | 522 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grace Cook Primary School Fuller Way , IP14 1GG | - not rated | 2,578 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Ley Community Primary School Lowry Way , IP14 1UF | 3out of 4 | 3,205 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Newton Church of England Primary School School Road , Old Newton IP14 4PJ | - not rated | 3,229 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 | - not rated | 3,578 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowmarket High School Onehouse Road , IP14 1QR | - not rated | 3,578 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowupland High School Church Road , Stowupland IP14 4BQ | 2out of 4 | 4,627 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowupland High School Church Road , Stowupland IP14 4BQ | - not rated | 4,810 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowupland High School Church Road , Stowupland IP14 4BQ | - not rated | 4,810 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stowmarket Middle School Walnut Tree Walk , IP14 1JP | - not rated | 3,923 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcroft Preparatory School Walnutree Manor , Haughley Green IP14 3RQ | - not rated | 1,959 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Chilton Way , IP14 1SZ | - not rated | 3,311 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| OA - Suffolk Chilton Way , IP14 1SZ | 3out of 4 | 3,472 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsfield Centre Chilton Way , IP14 1SZ | - not rated | 3,472 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Finborough School The Hall , Great Finborough IP14 3EF | - not rated | 4,820 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julie's | Mere View, Thompson Close | 123 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-operative Society | 50 Old Street, Haughley | 380 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field Green Road | grass pitches | 508 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 | 51.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.