Church Lane is in Wenhaston, Halesworth and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP19 9BJ is located in the Halesworth & Blything electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1993-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church Lane, Wenhaston, Halesworth, IP19 9BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP19 9EG, IP19 9EW, IP19 9EF, IP19 9JJ, IP19 9JL, IP19 9EQ, IP19 9EP, IP19 9EE, IP19 9EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP19 9BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.8% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.2% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 IP19 9BJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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 | 27.3% | 20.7% | -6.6% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46% | 52.3% | 6.3% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 10.9% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 11.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 40.7% | 39.4% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 42.9% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 9.3% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 12.1% | -4.3% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 26.3% | 12.1% | -14.2% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 16.8% | 3.2% | 9.6% | 7.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 18.4% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.1% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 16% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 27.3% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.3% | 99% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 95.6% | 97.5% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 97.5% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Lane was 26.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.1% lower than the Halesworth & Blything average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Lane has the 27th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Halesworth & Blything and the 318th lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.3%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Church Room Church Lane, Halesworth, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-09-05 | £106,296 |
| The Church Room Church Lane, Halesworth, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-07-29 | £115,605 |
| Church View Cottage Church Lane, Halesworth, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £394,500 | 2013-09-27 | £624,735 |
| Church View Cottage Church Lane, Halesworth, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £383,500 | 2008-04-30 | £625,085 |
| Chester Cottage Church Lane, Halesworth, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2004-02-11 | £259,115 |
IP19 9BJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
IP19 9BJ 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 IP19 9BJ 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 | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wenhaston Primary School Hall Road , Wenhaston IP19 9EP | 3out of 4 | 371 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramfield Church of England Primary School Bridge Street , Bramfield IP19 9HZ | 3out of 4 | 3,027 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holton St Peter Community Primary School Bungay Road , Holton IP19 8PL | 3out of 4 | 3,334 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgar Sewter Community Primary School Norwich Road , IP19 8BU | 3out of 4 | 4,821 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bramfield House School Walpole Road , Bramfield IP19 9AB | - not rated | 4,581 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe St Mocha | Oak Tree Inn, Balmaha | 384 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Star Inn | Hall Road, Wenhaston With Mells Hamlet | 561 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wenhaston Recreation Ground Hall Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 194 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.