Cresslands Lane is in Hawkedon, Bury St. Edmunds and in St Edmundsbury district. IP29 4NW is located in the Whepstead & Wickhambrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cresslands Lane, Hawkedon, Bury St. Edmunds, IP29 4NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP29 4NW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 52.2% | 49.6% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 47.8% | 50.4% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 20.4% | 33.7% | 13.3% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.1% | 50% | -11.1% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 9.6% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 5.8% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.3% | 43.2% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 39.8% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 21.3% | 12.6% | -8.7% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 7.8% | 0.4% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 12.6% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 20.4% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 35.9% | -6.7% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.3% | 99.2% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 96.6% | 4.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 96.6% | 4.1% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 56.8% | 46.2% | 10.6% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cresslands Lane was 8.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.0% lower than the Chedburgh & Chevington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cresslands Lane has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Chedburgh & Chevington and the 44th lowest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -89.1%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Cresslands Lane, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-03-18 | £363,700 |
| 1 Cresslands Lane, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2017-12-01 | £456,381 |
| 7 Cresslands Lane, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2007-06-08 | £315,582 |
| 6 Cresslands Lane, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2007-05-22 | £307,707 |
| 7 Cresslands Lane, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £79,950 | 2001-08-31 | £262,162 |
IP29 4NW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP29 4NW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 34 |
| Full-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartest Church of England Primary School The Row , Hartest IP29 4DL | 3out of 4 | 3,966 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Queens Head | The Green, Hawkedon | 164 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.