Low Road is in Debenham, Stowmarket and in Mid Suffolk district. IP14 6QX is located in the Debenham 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 Low Road, Debenham, Stowmarket, IP14 6QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP14 6QZ, IP14 6SP, IP14 6SL, IP14 6QY, IP14 6BJ, IP14 6SG, IP14 6QT, IP14 6SH, IP14 6SN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP14 6QX, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 49.6% | 52.6% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 50.4% | 47.4% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 6QX 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 | 20.7% | 29.2% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 54.1% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 0.6% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.6% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 12.6% | 8.5% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 52.3% | 47.5% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 25.3% | 33.6% | 8.3% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 14.4% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 3.7% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 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 | 22.8% | 17.9% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 7.4% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 15.6% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 8% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 15.9% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 32.1% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.5% | 97.5% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 97.6% | 96.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 96.4% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Low Road was 18.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.2% lower than the Claydon & Barham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Low Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Claydon & Barham and the 90th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46 Low Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £8,750 | 2023-06-16 | £8,639 |
| 42 Low Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-07-20 | £294,470 |
| 48 Low Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2021-07-09 | £341,028 |
| 60 Low Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £251,000 | 2020-10-30 | £291,078 |
| 35 Low Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2020-10-28 | £392,683 |
IP14 6QX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 121 |
| Retired | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir Robert Hitcham Church of England Voluntary Aided School School Corner , Debenham IP14 6PL | 2out of 4 | 952 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Helmingham Primary School and Nursery School Road , Helmingham IP14 6EX | 1out of 4 | 4,787 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonham Aspal Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School The Street , Stonham Aspal IP14 6AF | 3out of 4 | 5,345 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debenham High School Gracechurch Street , Debenham IP14 6BL | 4out of 4 | 560 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Green Cafe | 20 Cross Green, Debenham | 508 yd | |
| Robbins Flowers | 6 High Street, Debenham | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woolpack | 49 High Street, Debenham | 486 yd | |
| Vanilla Bakehouse | 7 High Street, Debenham | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debenham Fish & Chips Shop Villetek Ltd | Debenham Fish & Chips Shop 32 High Street, Debenham | 503 yd | |
| Zeera Indian Takeaway | Zeera Indian Takeaway @ Leisure Ctr Debenham, Gracechurch Street | 711 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Debenham Church Of England High School GRACECHURCH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 656 yd |
| Debenham Sports And Leisure GRACECHURCH STREET | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 709 yd |
| Sir Robert Hitcham Ceva Primary School SCHOOL CORNER | grass pitches, swimming pool | 969 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 | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.