Chestnut Crescent is in Chedburgh, Bury St. Edmunds and in St Edmundsbury district. IP29 4UJ is located in the Chedburgh & Chevington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chestnut Crescent, Chedburgh, Bury St. Edmunds, IP29 4UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP29 4UT, IP29 4WE, IP29 4UL, IP29 4UH, IP29 4UN, IP29 4UY, IP29 4WD, IP29 4WA, IP29 4UE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP29 4UJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 50.5% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47% | 49.5% | 2.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 IP29 4UJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 16.9% | 25.5% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.9% | 58.2% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 6.9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 7.9% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 40.5% | 47.9% | 7.4% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 41.9% | 32.3% | -9.6% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 15.6% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 17.8% | 17.6% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 10.7% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 13.8% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 8.2% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 17.3% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.4% | 29.6% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.8% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.2% | 95.5% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 94.6% | 94.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 94.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.2% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.6% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.6% | 37.2% | 6.4% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chestnut Crescent was 30.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.7% lower than the Barrow average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Chestnut Crescent has the 12th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Barrow and the 234th lowest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Chestnut Crescent, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2025-01-08 | £404,424 |
| 5 Chestnut Crescent, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-10-03 | £418,279 |
| 23 Chestnut Crescent, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2024-08-21 | £341,719 |
| 1 Chestnut Crescent, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-01-22 | £379,226 |
| 3 Chestnut Crescent, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2021-03-26 | £403,314 |
IP29 4UJ 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 95 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chedburgh Playing Field CHEVINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 444 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 | 74.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 70.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.