Beechcroft is in Stanningfield, Bury St. Edmunds and in St Edmundsbury district. IP29 4RT is located in the Rougham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury St Edmunds. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beechcroft, Stanningfield, Bury St. Edmunds, IP29 4RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP29 4RS, IP29 4RN, IP29 4RR, IP29 4RF, IP29 4RE, IP29 4RG, IP29 4RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP29 4RT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 50.2% | 49.2% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.8% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 23.8% | 29.1% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.4% | 46.3% | -8.1% | 44.2% | 2.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 12.3% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 11.5% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 | 33.9% | 33.3% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 42.8% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 9.2% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 18.6% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 5.9% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 27.8% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 13.2% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 13.2% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 8.4% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 12.8% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 21.6% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 7.9% | 3.1% | -4.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 97.7% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
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 | 97.1% | 96.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beechcroft was 65.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.2% lower than the St Olaves average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beechcroft has the 17th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in St Olaves and the 165th highest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 48.6%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Beechcroft, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-11-04 | £303,381 |
| 6 Beechcroft, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-08-21 | £252,818 |
| 12 Beechcroft, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-06-28 | £330,015 |
| 27 Beechcroft, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-03-24 | £236,920 |
| 17 Beechcroft, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2023-03-10 | £256,210 |
IP29 4RT 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 IP29 4RT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Whelnetham Church of England Primary School Stanningfield Road , Great Whelnetham IP30 0UA | - not rated | 2,794 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cockfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Lane , Cockfield IP30 0LA | 3out of 4 | 3,166 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Lawshall The Street , Lawshall IP29 4QA | 4out of 4 | 3,241 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red House | The Red House Inn, Bury Road | 166 yd | |
| The Manger | Manger Inn, The Street | 1,046 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 | 43.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.