Edmund Road is in Brandon and in Forest Heath district. IP27 0XA is located in the Brandon West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Edmund Road, Brandon, IP27 0XA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP27 0JY, IP27 0JS, IP27 0XD, IP27 0JX, IP27 0LL, IP27 0JR, IP27 0LA, IP27 0XB, IP27 0JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP27 0XA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48% | 48.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 | 26.3% | 32.5% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 41.3% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 3.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 15.5% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 6.8% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 41.7% | 30.2% | -11.5% | 48.4% | -18.2% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 48.3% | 12.6% | 33.6% | 14.7% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 13.8% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 6% | 7.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 IP27 0XA this area, 31.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 | 32.1% | 31.4% | -0.7% | 18.2% | 13.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 14.2% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 11.3% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.9% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 10.8% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.9% | 19.6% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 10.5% | 5.9% | -4.6% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 95.2% | 91.8% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 10.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 82.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 82.8% | -5.3% | 83.2% | -0.4% |
| European Union | 6.7% | 3.9% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.2% | 7.7% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 6.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.3% | 83.2% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 0.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 8.6% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 3.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.4% | 76.7% | -12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 6.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Edmund Road was 51.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.5% lower than the Brandon Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Edmund Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Brandon Central and the 219th highest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Edmund Road, Brandon, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-02-20 | £217,870 |
| 2A Edmund Road, Brandon, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-03-23 | £296,945 |
| 44 Edmund Road, Brandon, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-12-09 | £241,311 |
| 26 Edmund Road, Brandon, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £94,950 | 2022-01-26 | £95,836 |
| 26A Edmund Road, Brandon, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2021-06-28 | £100,982 |
IP27 0XA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Academy Bury Road , IP27 0FP | 2out of 4 | 1,785 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glade Academy Knappers Way , IP27 0DA | 3out of 4 | 2,104 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weeting Church of England Primary School Main Road , Weeting IP27 0QQ | 2out of 4 | 3,137 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breckland School Crown Street , IP27 0PE | 3out of 4 | 258 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chick King | Chick King Mile End Cafe, Mile End | 549 yd | |
| Munchies Sandwich Shop | 12 Wimbledon Avenue, Brandon | 689 yd | |
| Revive Cafe and Lounge LTD | Revive Cafe and Lounge Ltd, 2 Wimbledon Avenue | 824 yd | |
| Abbeycroft Leisure | Brandon Sports Centre, Church Road | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ies Breckland CROWN STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 143 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 | 40.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 40.6% |
| 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 | 37.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.