Hazel Close is in Mildenhall, Bury St. Edmunds and in Forest Heath district. IP28 7HU is located in the Mildenhall Kingsway & Market electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hazel Close, Mildenhall, Bury St. Edmunds, IP28 7HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP28 7HX, IP28 7LL, IP28 7RH, IP28 7HL, IP28 7HA, IP28 7HZ, IP28 7LD, IP28 7HH, IP28 7HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP28 7HU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 51.5% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 51.6% | 48.5% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 IP28 7HU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.8% 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 | 24.6% | 27.2% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 52.8% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 8.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 9.8% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6% | 8.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 52.3% | 36.4% | -15.9% | 48.4% | -12.0% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 39.5% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 12% | 16.5% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 6.1% | 4.9% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 25.9% | 26% | 0.1% | 18.2% | 7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10.2% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 14.9% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 8.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 14.5% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 23% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.6% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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 | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.9% | 92.3% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
In this area, 85.5% 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 | 83.3% | 85.5% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 4.6% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 11.2% | 6.9% | -4.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.2% | 86.2% | 4.0% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 5.4% | 7.3% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 2.7% | -5.4% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 6.5% | 0.3% | 6.2% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34% | 37.2% | -3.2% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hazel Close was 59.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.1% lower than the Mildenhall Great Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hazel Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Mildenhall Great Heath and the 184th highest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Hazel Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2025-02-07 | £418,613 |
| 5 Hazel Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2023-04-28 | £415,300 |
| 7 Hazel Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2023-03-20 | £292,986 |
| 7 Hazel Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2022-06-15 | £422,830 |
| 12 Hazel Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-07-26 | £385,006 |
IP28 7HU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% 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.
IP28 7HU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP28 7HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Academy Trinity Avenue , Mildenhall IP28 7LR | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Heath Academy Girton Close , Mildenhall IP28 7PT | 3out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beck Row Primary Academy The Street , Beck Row IP28 8AE | 1out of 4 | 3,873 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pines Primary School Manor Wood , Red Lodge IP28 8WL | - not rated | 4,430 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's CEVCP School St Christopher's Cevcp School, Bellflower Crescent , Red Lodge IP28 8XQ | 1out of 4 | 5,236 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mildenhall College Academy The Hub , Sheldrick Way IP28 7JX | 3out of 4 | 373 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| On Track Education Centre (Mildenhall) 82e & F Fred Dannatt Road , IP28 7RD | - not rated | 2,142 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocca Cafe Lounge | 7A King Street, Mildenhall | 911 yd | |
| Crumbs Food Bar | Crumbs Food Bar Ltd, 24 Market Place | 1,048 yd | |
| St Andrews Cafe | 13 St Andrews Street, Mildenhall | 1,070 yd | |
| TopG Wings | 42 St Andrews Street, Mildenhall | 1,070 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 44 St Andrews Street, Mildenhall | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Half Moon | Half Moon Inn, 103 Kingsway | 363 yd | |
| Mildenhall Town Football Club | Mildenhall Town Fc, Recreation Way | 822 yd | |
| Mildenhall Social Club | Mildenhall Social And Bowls Club, Recreation Way | 873 yd | |
| The Maids Head | Maids Head, 9 Kingsway | 900 yd | |
| The Bull Inn | The Street, Barton Mills | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mildenhall Fish & Chips | 7B King Street, Mildenhall | 911 yd | |
| Burger King | Fiveways, Barton Mills | 954 yd | |
| Walkers Snack Bar | Brandon Road, Mildenhall | 954 yd | |
| Dragon House | 4-5 Police Station Square, Mildenhall | 1,061 yd | |
| China House | 6 Police Station Square, Mildenhall | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Recreation Way | 873 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Co Operative Retail Services Ltd, King Street | 1,010 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dome Leisure Centre BURY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 237 yd |
| Mildenhall College Academy BURY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 268 yd |
| The Gym Mildenhall THE GYM MILDENHALL THE GYM MILDENHALL COLLEGE HEATH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 524 yd |
| Mildenhall Town Fc MILDENHALL TOWN FC MILDENHALL TOWN FC RECREATION WAY | grass pitches | 823 yd |
| Mildenhall Swimming Pool MILDENHALL SWIMMING POOL MILDENHALL SWIMMING POOL RECREATION WAY | swimming pool | 849 yd |
| Jubilee Playing Fields THE PAVILION THE PAVILION RECREATION WAY | grass pitches | 867 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 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| 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 | 33 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 43.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 43.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.