Eye Road is in Hoxne, Eye and in Mid Suffolk district. IP21 5BA 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 Eye Road, Hoxne, Eye, IP21 5BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP21 5BA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 51.9% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.1% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 IP21 5BA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 22.8% | 26.9% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -11.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 57.6% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 1.7% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8.4% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 (85.3%) 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 | 44.6% | 46.4% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 38.9% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 11.3% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 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 IP21 5BA this area, 9.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.2% | 9.7% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.5% | 10.1% | 3.6% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 14.3% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 2.5% | -2.7% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 18.1% | 2.2% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.5% | 43.9% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.5% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 94.9% | 93.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 93.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44% | 37.2% | 6.8% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eye Road was 10.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.8% lower than the Eye average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Eye Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Eye and the 37th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.3%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawmill Barn Eye Road, Eye, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-07-30 | £196,523 |
| Fairstead Farmhouse. Eye Road, Eye, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2017-09-20 | £430,043 |
| 1 Home Farm Eye Road, Eye, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2017-07-05 | £296,420 |
| Park Side Eye Road, Eye, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2016-01-15 | £599,185 |
| Fairstead Farmhouse. Eye Road, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £377,000 | 2015-10-05 | £519,550 |
IP21 5BA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
IP21 5BA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP21 5BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,643 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scole Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Norwich Road , Scole IP21 4ED | 3out of 4 | 3,792 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye Church Street , IP23 7BD | 3out of 4 | 4,073 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 4,731 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan Inn | Swan Inn, Low Street | 987 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Edmunds Village Hall GOLDBROOK | 556 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 | 80.0% |
| 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 | 20.0% |
| Median download speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 73.73 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 73.73 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.