Cock Road is in Cotton, Stowmarket and in Mid Suffolk district. IP14 4QH is located in the Bacton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Suffolk and North Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cock Road, Cotton, Stowmarket, IP14 4QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP14 4RT, IP14 4QJ, IP14 4QS, IP14 4RA, IP14 4QQ, IP14 4QR, IP14 4EP, IP14 4QL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP14 4QH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 50.4% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.6% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 4QH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 14.7% | 19.8% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73.2% | 62.3% | -10.9% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 9.2% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 6.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 44.1% | 40.8% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 41.7% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 8.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 12.3% | -2.3% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 22.6% | 14.6% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 12.1% | 2.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 16% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 18.4% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30% | 32.5% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -1.3% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.1% | 100% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 98.1% | 94.8% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 95.2% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 20.2% | 13.5% | 6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cock Road was 12.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.8% lower than the Bacton average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Cock Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Bacton and the 49th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sloe Bush Cock Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-05-15 | £224,672 |
| Gable End Cock Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2017-05-23 | £464,602 |
| Gyhll House Cock Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2017-01-10 | £463,091 |
| Robins Nest, 2 Cock Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2015-09-18 | £272,457 |
| Laureldene Cock Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2008-03-17 | £680,331 |
IP14 4QH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% 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 4QH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 4QH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacton Primary School Taylors Green , Bacton IP14 4LL | 2out of 4 | 1,581 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mendlesham Primary School Old Station Road , Mendlesham IP14 5RT | 3out of 4 | 4,210 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gislingham Church of England Primary School Broadfields Road , Gislingham IP23 8HX | 4out of 4 | 4,805 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Newton Church of England Primary School School Road , Old Newton IP14 4PJ | 3out of 4 | 5,248 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sweeney's Pizzeria | Trowel And Hammer Inn, Mill Road | 317 yd | |
| Cotton Village Hall | Cotton Village Hall. Cotton Village Hall, Blacksmith Road | 511 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton Village Hall COTTON VILLAGE HALL COTTON VILLAGE HALL BLACKSMITH ROAD | grass pitches | 514 yd |
| Bacton United '89 Yfc BRICKWALL FARM BRICKWALL FARM BROAD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,010 yd |
| St Marys Playing Fields (Closed) St. Marys Close | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.