Honeysuckle Close is in Red Lodge, Bury St. Edmunds and in Forest Heath district. IP28 8TH 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 Honeysuckle Close, Red Lodge, Bury St. Edmunds, IP28 8TH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP28 8LW, IP28 8TW, IP28 8TN, IP28 8LN, IP28 8JU, IP28 8TZ, IP28 8TL, IP28 8LP, IP28 8LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP28 8TH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51.1% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.9% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 20.5% | 31.9% | 11.4% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 50.4% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 0.9% | -4.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 10.2% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 6.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 46.9% | 43.8% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 35% | 35.5% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 15.5% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 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.
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.8% | 19% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 10.6% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 18.6% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 12.8% | 6.1% | 5.3% | 7.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 16.8% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 19.9% | 5.1% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 9.5% | 2.2% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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 | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 93.8% | 93.7% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 86.9% | 85.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 2.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.8% | 4.9% | -0.9% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| 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 | 86.5% | 85.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 6.3% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.8% | 3% | -0.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 4.1% | -0.5% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.4% | 76.7% | -7.3% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 3% | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Honeysuckle Close was 28.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.1% higher than the Chedburgh & Chevington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Honeysuckle Close has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Chedburgh & Chevington and the 212th lowest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.6%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Honeysuckle Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-08-08 | £246,802 |
| 8 Honeysuckle Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-05-16 | £256,134 |
| 2 Honeysuckle Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £171,000 | 2021-04-12 | £199,926 |
| 8 Honeysuckle Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,950 | 2015-08-21 | £233,372 |
| 1 Honeysuckle Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,500 | 2014-01-06 | £219,422 |
IP28 8TH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 8TH 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 551 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pines Primary School Manor Wood , Red Lodge IP28 8WL | - not rated | 1,334 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennett Primary School 98 Station Road , Kennett CB8 7QQ | 3out of 4 | 2,174 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mighty Mug Cafe | Unit 9, Bellflower Crescent | 476 yd | |
| Red Lodge Fish Bar | Unit 3, Bellflower Crescent | 787 yd | |
| Lodge Catering | Red Lodge Karting Centre, Red Lodge Link Road | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge Pizza & Kebab | Unit 4, Bellflower Crescent | 787 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge Sports Pavilion SPORTS PAVILION SPORTS PAVILION HUNDRED ACRE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 797 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.