Maple Road is in Stowupland, Stowmarket and in Mid Suffolk district. IP14 4DG 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 Maple Road, Stowupland, Stowmarket, IP14 4DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP14 4DF, IP14 4DR, IP14 4DQ, IP14 4DE, IP14 4DD, IP14 4DS, IP14 4DJ, IP14 4DH, IP14 4DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP14 4DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 50.3% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 52.1% | 49.7% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 4DG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 19% | 23% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 53.3% | -10.6% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 13.3% | 6.2% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 9.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 30.7% | 37.4% | 6.7% | 48.4% | -11.0% |
| Good health | 47.2% | 38.1% | -9.1% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 19.7% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
In the area around IP14 4DG this area, 31.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 12.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.7% | 31.9% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13% | 15.2% | 2.2% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 10.4% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 13.7% | 7.4% | 5.3% | 8.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 13% | -2.2% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 12.2% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -21.6% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.7% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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 Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 99.7% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97% | 95.5% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.1% | 37.2% | -6.1% |
| Christian | 63% | 46.2% | 16.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Maple Road was 10.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.7% lower than the Bacton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Maple Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Bacton and the 37th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Maple Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-07-05 | £269,347 |
| 21 Maple Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-05-17 | £306,568 |
| 18 Maple Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-08-03 | £262,384 |
| 22 Maple Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-05-18 | £248,750 |
| 7 Maple Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2021-09-22 | £327,923 |
IP14 4DG 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 4DG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 128 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars Park Community Primary School Pintail Road , IP14 5FP | 2out of 4 | 732 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freeman Community Primary School Church Road , Stowupland IP14 4BQ | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilton Community Primary School Violet Hill Road , IP14 1NN | - not rated | 2,248 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbot's Hall Community Primary School Danescourt Avenue , IP14 1QF | - not rated | 2,481 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combs Ford Primary School Glemsford Road , IP14 2PN | - not rated | 2,513 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stowupland High School Church Road , Stowupland IP14 4BQ | 2out of 4 | 652 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowmarket High School Onehouse Road , IP14 1QR | 2out of 4 | 2,922 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Cottage The Lodge Ipswich Road , Elmsett IP7 6NY | - not rated | 1,891 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Gable End Fen Lane , IP7 7NL | - not rated | 1,891 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap - Academy Suffolk Chilton Way , IP14 1SZ | 1out of 4 | 3,227 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown | The Crown Inn, Church Road | 735 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat | The Retreat Inn, The Green | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little China Chinese Take-away | Little China Chinese Takeaway 1-3 Devon Road, Stowupland | 352 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stowupland Sports Centre CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 475 yd |
| Stowupland Green WILLOW COTTAGE WILLOW COTTAGE | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Church Fields Church Road | grass pitches | 791 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 | 38.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 38.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 38.5% |
| 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 | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.