Turnpike Road is in Red Lodge, Bury St. Edmunds and in Forest Heath district. IP28 8LB is located in the Iceni electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Turnpike Road, Red Lodge, Bury St. Edmunds, IP28 8LB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP28 8LA, IP28 8LF, IP28 8XG, IP28 8XL, IP28 8RT, IP28 8XJ, IP28 8LG, IP28 8XN, IP28 8XH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP28 8LB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% of residents 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 | 45.3% | 47.8% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 54.7% | 52.2% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 IP28 8LB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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 | 32.1% | 34.8% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 54.5% | 4.7% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 5.6% | -6.5% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.2% | 56.9% | 4.7% | 48.4% | 8.5% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 33% | 1.5% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 8.5% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 1.4% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 26.7% | 23.8% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 7.1% | -7.8% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 13.4% | -0.3% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 13.1% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 33.9% | 15.8% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 13.3% | 4.5% | -8.8% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 92.3% | 86.1% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 4.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 75.1% 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 | 84.9% | 75.1% | -9.8% | 83.2% | -8.1% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 6% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 10.5% | 13.8% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 12.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.4% | 75% | -9.4% | 83.2% | -8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 7.4% | 8.3% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 3.4% | -0.7% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 5.2% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 1.9% | 6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 13.8% | 0.3% | 13.5% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Turnpike Road was 30.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.4% higher than the Chedburgh & Chevington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Turnpike Road has the 27th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Chedburgh & Chevington and the 236th lowest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Turnpike Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2023-03-13 | £346,436 |
| 62 Turnpike Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-03-09 | £347,508 |
| 66 Turnpike Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2017-09-29 | £458,042 |
| 62 Turnpike Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2016-12-16 | £461,028 |
| 62 Turnpike Road, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2004-04-23 | £371,529 |
IP28 8LB 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 | 224 |
| Part-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 52 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Other | 44 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Christopher's CEVCP School St Christopher's Cevcp School, Bellflower Crescent , Red Lodge IP28 8XQ | 1out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pines Primary School Manor Wood , Red Lodge IP28 8WL | - not rated | 1,700 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennett Primary School 98 Station Road , Kennett CB8 7QQ | 3out of 4 | 2,358 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge Fish Bar | Unit 3, Bellflower Crescent | 227 yd | |
| Lodge Catering | Red Lodge Karting Centre, Red Lodge Link Road | 671 yd | |
| Mighty Mug Cafe | Unit 9, Bellflower Crescent | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge Pizza & Kebab | Unit 4, Bellflower Crescent | 227 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 | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.5% |
| 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.