Hillcrest is in Gislingham, Eye and in Mid Suffolk district. IP23 8HR is located in the Gislingham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury St Edmunds. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hillcrest, Gislingham, Eye, IP23 8HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP23 8HY, IP23 8HT, IP23 8HS, IP23 8GZ, IP23 8HZ, IP23 8JX, IP23 8JU, IP23 8HX, IP23 8FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP23 8HR is primarily male, with 54.1% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 45.9% | -1.1% | 51.0% | -5.1% |
| Male | 53% | 54.1% | 1.1% | 49.0% | 5.1% |
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 | 29.5% | 34.3% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 43.5% | -10.0% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 4.6% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 12.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 50.3% | 43% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 38.7% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 13.4% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.5% | 16.3% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22% | 16.7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 16.3% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.1% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 21.7% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 19.6% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.1% | 98% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 99.4% | 96.4% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 96.7% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.1% | 76.7% | -5.6% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 27.3% | 13.5% | 13.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.7% | 37.2% | 11.5% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillcrest was 14.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.3% lower than the Bacton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillcrest has the 10th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Bacton and the 61st lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Hillcrest, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2024-08-28 | £287,364 |
| 7 Hillcrest, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-07-19 | £280,425 |
| 5 Hillcrest, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-02-26 | £380,728 |
| 7 Hillcrest, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2017-06-30 | £240,999 |
| 9 Hillcrest, Eye, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2015-10-02 | £337,729 |
IP23 8HR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Transport and storage | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gislingham Church of England Primary School Broadfields Road , Gislingham IP23 8HX | 4out of 4 | 198 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mellis Church of England Primary School Yaxley Road , Mellis IP23 8DP | 3out of 4 | 4,647 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacton Primary School Taylors Green , Bacton IP14 4LL | 2out of 4 | 5,441 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Charity Meadow (Closed) Broadfields Road | grass pitches | 237 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 | 75.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.