Mayhews Corner is in Stradbroke, Eye and in Mid Suffolk district. IP21 5NA 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 Mayhews Corner, Stradbroke, Eye, IP21 5NA 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 5NA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.2% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.8% | -2.3% | 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 IP21 5NA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.4% 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 | 26.7% | 25.1% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 58.4% | -1.3% | 44.2% | 14.2% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 7.4% | 3.1% | 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 | 52% | 47.4% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 32% | 37.3% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 11.5% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 17.8% | 15.6% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 16.5% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 14.4% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 18.5% | 3.4% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 31% | 28% | -3.0% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.9% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 95.3% | 94.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 94.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 4.2% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 58.2% | 46.2% | 12.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mayhews Corner was 9.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.1% lower than the Debenham average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Mayhews Corner has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Debenham and the 30th 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 -73.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Cottage Mayhews Corner, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,500 | 2012-08-13 | £328,965 |
| Hill Cottage Mayhews Corner, Eye, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2003-12-17 | £626,875 |
IP21 5NA 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.
IP21 5NA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 1,028 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Wilby , IP21 5LR | 3out of 4 | 3,687 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 | 3,815 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Primary School Heckfield Green , Hoxne IP21 5AD | 3out of 4 | 4,760 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 | 1,714 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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.