Cross Street is in Hoxne, Eye and in Mid Suffolk district. IP21 5AH is located in the Hoxne & Worlingworth 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 Cross Street, Hoxne, Eye, IP21 5AH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP21 5BJ, IP21 5AF, IP21 5AJ, IP21 5BF, IP21 5BD, IP21 5AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP21 5AH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 51.9% | 52.2% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 48.1% | 47.8% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.1% | 30.6% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 46.6% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 6.8% | 2.6% | -4.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 11.6% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 8.6% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 44.6% | 44% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 35.5% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 17% | 13.6% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 6.2% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.8% | 19.2% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 9.2% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 16.2% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.5% | 19.7% | 14.2% | 16.9% | 2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 27.5% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 1.7% | 3.5% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 97.6% | 98.5% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.5% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.9% | 13.5% | 7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.1% | 37.2% | 15.9% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Street was 10.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Eye average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cross Street has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Eye and the 33rd lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 2.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porch Cottage Cross Street, Eye, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2025-03-11 | £376,151 |
| Lyndale Cross Street, Eye, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-02-13 | £254,740 |
| Langley Cross Street, Eye, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-07-29 | £264,037 |
| Waterloo House Cross Street, Eye, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-01-14 | £332,203 |
| Foxglove Cottage Cross Street, Eye, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-01-11 | £332,203 |
The percentage of retired residents living in IP21 5AH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund's Primary School Heckfield Green , Hoxne IP21 5AD | 3out of 4 | 490 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye Church Street , IP23 7BD | 3out of 4 | 4,594 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scole Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Norwich Road , Scole IP21 4ED | 3out of 4 | 4,842 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartismere School Castleton Way , IP23 7BL | 4out of 4 | 5,434 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hoxne Sports And Social Club OAK COTTAGE OAK COTTAGE CROSS STREET | grass pitches | 217 yd |
| St Edmunds Village Hall GOLDBROOK | 1,025 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 | 65.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.