Doctors Lane is in Stradbroke, Eye and in Mid Suffolk district. IP21 5HU is located in the Stradbroke & Laxfield 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 Doctors Lane, Stradbroke, Eye, IP21 5HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP21 5HT, IP21 5JU, IP21 5HD, IP21 5JA, IP21 5HS, IP21 5JY, IP21 5JD, IP21 5HZ, IP21 5HX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP21 5HU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.2% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.8% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 5HU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.9% 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 | 17.3% | 21.6% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -16.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66% | 64.9% | -1.1% | 44.2% | 20.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 5.3% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 7.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 46.7% | 44.1% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 36.9% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 14.6% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 29.2% | 16.9% | -12.3% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 13.1% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 14.9% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.6% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 14.6% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 29.8% | 7.6% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 98% | 98.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 96.8% | 95.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 95.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.2% | 37.2% | -3.0% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Doctors Lane was 19.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.4% lower than the Debenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Doctors Lane has the 11th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Debenham and the 97th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.5%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silk Purse Cottage Doctors Lane, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2024-06-14 | £334,526 |
| Deers Leap Doctors Lane, Eye, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-06-21 | £347,083 |
| Stanley House Doctors Lane, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2021-05-24 | £360,139 |
| Silk Purse Cottage Doctors Lane, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £272,152 | 2020-12-04 | £307,020 |
| The Oaks Doctors Lane, Eye, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £383,000 | 2020-10-05 | £435,935 |
IP21 5HU 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 5HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 163 |
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stradbroke Church of England Primary School Queen Street , Stradbroke IP21 5HH | 3out of 4 | 330 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Wilby , IP21 5LR | 3out of 4 | 2,417 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fressingfield Church of England Primary School School Lane, Stradbroke Road , Fressingfield IP21 5RU | 3out of 4 | 4,700 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Primary School Heckfield Green , Hoxne IP21 5AD | 3out of 4 | 5,258 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stradbroke High School Wilby Road , Stradbroke IP21 5JN | 3out of 4 | 360 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Court HouseCafe | Court House Cafe Court House, Queen Street | 269 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Hart | The White Hart. The White Hart, Church Street | 101 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stradbroke High School WILBY ROAD | grass pitches | 364 yd |
| Stradbroke Swim And Fitness Centre WILBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 414 yd |
| Stradbroke Playing Fields VELDON VELDON WILBY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 517 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 | 90.9% |
| 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 | 9.1% |
| Median download speed | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.42 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.