Lime Close is in Red Lodge, Bury St Edmunds and in Forest Heath district. IP28 8WY is located in the Iceni electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 2012-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lime Close, Red Lodge, Bury St Edmunds, IP28 8WY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP28 8XA, IP28 8WU, IP28 8WX, IP28 8JZ, IP28 8TD, IP28 8WS, IP28 8WW, IP28 8LR, IP28 8WT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP28 8WY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.3% | 52.5% | 7.2% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 54.7% | 47.5% | -7.2% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 32.1% | 40.6% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 43.4% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 9.4% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 (93.6%) 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% | 53.2% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 40.4% | 8.9% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 4.3% | -7.0% | 12.7% | -8.4% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 1.4% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 IP28 8WY this area, 7.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.7% | 7.6% | -19.1% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 13.3% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.4% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 23.8% | 14.3% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 34.3% | 16.2% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 13.3% | 4.8% | -8.5% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 92.3% | 83% | -9.3% | 81.4% | 1.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 71.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 71.6% | -13.3% | 83.2% | -11.6% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 5% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 10.5% | 14.9% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 13.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.4% | 71.6% | -12.8% | 83.2% | -11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 7.4% | 7.8% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 6.4% | 4.4% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 11.3% | 9.3% | 1.9% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.4% | 76.7% | -14.3% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 5% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North Africa | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 13.5% | 0.3% | 13.2% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.7% | 37.2% | 20.5% |
| Christian | 30.3% | 46.2% | -15.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lime Close was 121.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 321.3% higher than the Chedburgh & Chevington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lime Close has the highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Chedburgh & Chevington and the 68th highest crime rate of 590 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Lime Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £161,500 | 2024-10-21 | £153,265 |
| 1 Lime Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2023-03-31 | £179,877 |
| 6 Lime Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2022-11-16 | £278,225 |
| 12 Lime Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2022-08-22 | £293,623 |
| 4 Lime Close, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2017-11-09 | £163,179 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Retired | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| 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 | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's CEVCP School Bellflower Crescent , Red Lodge IP28 8XQ | - not rated | 729 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pines Primary School Manor Wood , Red Lodge IP28 8WL | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennett Community Primary School 98 Station Road , Kennett CB8 7QQ | - not rated | 2,888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kennett Primary School Howe Hill Road , Kennett CB8 7WL | 3out of 4 | 3,023 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,035 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mildenhall College of Technology Bury Road , Mildenhall IP28 7HT | - not rated | 5,035 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Middle School Sheldrick Way , Mildenhall IP28 7JX | - not rated | 4,395 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shi-Tennoji School Herringswell , IP28 6SW | - not rated | 2,423 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | 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 | 709 yd | |
| Red Lodge Fish Bar | Unit 3, Bellflower Crescent | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge Pizza & Kebab | Unit 4, Bellflower Crescent | 916 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge Sports Pavilion SPORTS PAVILION SPORTS PAVILION HUNDRED ACRE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 972 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 | 315 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 445.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 57.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.