Guillemot Close is in Stowmarket and in Mid Suffolk district. IP14 5GJ is located in the Stow Thorney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury St Edmunds. This postcode has been in use since 2007-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Guillemot Close, Stowmarket, IP14 5GJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP14 5GS, IP14 5FB, IP14 5JD, IP14 5GG, IP14 5GF, IP14 5GU, IP14 5GP, IP14 5TU, IP14 5GN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP14 5GJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.6% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.4% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around IP14 5GJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.7% | 42.3% | 3.6% | 37.9% | 4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 44.6% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 8.8% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 67.1% | 65.4% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 17.0% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 26.2% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -7.4% |
| Fair health | 4.4% | 6.5% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -6.2% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 5GJ this area, 4.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -14.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 10.9% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 16.2% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 7.5% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 24.7% | 23.8% | -0.9% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 35.1% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 1.3% |
| Other | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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 | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.5% | 90.8% | -6.7% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 93% | 90.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 90.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6.5% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.1% | 37.2% | 17.9% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Guillemot Close was 7.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.6% lower than the Chilton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Guillemot Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Chilton and the 17th 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 -66.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Guillemot Close, Stowmarket, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-09-23 | £170,000 |
| 38 Guillemot Close, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2025-07-10 | £335,337 |
| 8 Guillemot Close, Stowmarket, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2025-06-27 | £171,349 |
| 5 Guillemot Close, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2025-05-19 | £289,244 |
| 40 Guillemot Close, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-11-25 | £326,748 |
IP14 5GJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 158 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Retired | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars Park Community Primary School Pintail Road , IP14 5FP | 2out of 4 | 359 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chilton Community Primary School Violet Hill Road , IP14 1NN | - not rated | 1,416 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbot's Hall Community Primary School Danescourt Avenue , IP14 1QF | - not rated | 1,484 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combs Ford Primary School Glemsford Road , IP14 2PN | - not rated | 1,616 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Lavenham Way , Combs IP14 2BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,645 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stowmarket High School Onehouse Road , IP14 1QR | 2out of 4 | 2,095 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 | 931 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Gable End Fen Lane , IP7 7NL | - not rated | 931 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Olive Ap - Academy Suffolk Chilton Way , IP14 1SZ | 1out of 4 | 2,421 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finborough School The Hall , Great Finborough IP14 3EF | - not rated | 4,684 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PittaGyro | The Maltings, Station Road East | 799 yd | |
| Papa John's GB | Unit 2, Gipping Way | 839 yd | |
| Chinese Chequers | 59-63 Ipswich Street, STOWMARKET | 967 yd | |
| Cabbages & Kings | 127 Ipswich Street, STOWMARKET | 978 yd | |
| Costa @ Tesco | Costa, Tesco Superstore | 985 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Wellington | 12 Stowupland Road, STOWMARKET | 700 yd | |
| The Pickerel Inn | 65 Stowupland Street, STOWMARKET | 832 yd | |
| Royal William | The Royal William, 53 Union Street East | 939 yd | |
| The Willow Tree | 101-103 Ipswich Street, STOWMARKET | 977 yd | |
| The Royal Oak, Stowmarket | The Royal Oak, Stowmarket Farrington leisure Ltd, 43 Ipswich Street | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little China Chinese Take-away | Little China Chinese Takeaway 1-3 Devon Road, Stowupland | 764 yd | |
| Stow Fish Bar | 4A Regent Street, STOWMARKET | 889 yd | |
| Dragon Inn | 97 Ipswich Street, STOWMARKET | 977 yd | |
| PIZZA TOWN | 93 Ipswich Street, STOWMARKET | 977 yd | |
| Nabab Tandoori Ltd | 5 Station Road West, STOWMARKET | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Superstore | Tesco Tesco Superstore, Gun Cotton Way | 986 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd. | Aldi Foodstore, Gipping Way | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nrg Fitness Gym CREETING ROAD WEST | health and fitness suite | 638 yd |
| St Peters Hall CHURCH WALK | 948 yd | |
| Bodywize UNION STREET EAST | health and fitness suite | 954 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 193.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 28.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.