Wrights Way is in Woolpit, Bury St. Edmunds and in Mid Suffolk district. IP30 9TY is located in the Elmswell & Woolpit electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury St Edmunds. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wrights Way, Woolpit, Bury St. Edmunds, IP30 9TY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP30 9TX, IP30 9UU, IP30 9TZ, IP30 9SF, IP30 9SB, IP30 9SD, IP30 9SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP30 9TY has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 49.8% | 47.6% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 50.2% | 52.4% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
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 IP30 9TY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.6% 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 | 22.2% | 24.8% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 55.6% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 11.4% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 1.4% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 12.1% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 57.1% | 50% | -7.1% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 34.5% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 12.3% | 5.0% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around IP30 9TY this area, 9.3% 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 | 5.9% | 9.3% | 3.4% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 9.8% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24% | 14.9% | -9.1% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 19.1% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.3% | 41.9% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 8.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.8% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96.4% | 96.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 96.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Portugal | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wrights Way was 11.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.0% lower than the Elmswell & Woolpit average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Wrights Way has the 9th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Elmswell & Woolpit and the 44th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.4%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Wrights Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £396,000 | 2025-09-15 | £396,000 |
| 66 Wrights Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2025-03-27 | £451,382 |
| 12 Wrights Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2025-01-31 | £357,022 |
| 7 Wrights Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-09-05 | £405,302 |
| 19 Wrights Way, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-08-05 | £390,312 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolpit Primary Academy Heath Road , Woolpit IP30 9RU | 2out of 4 | 1,356 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmswell Community Primary School Oxer Close , Elmswell IP30 9UE | 3out of 4 | 2,956 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton CEVC Primary School School Close , Norton IP31 3LZ | 4out of 4 | 3,601 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rattlesden Church of England Primary Academy School Road , Rattlesden IP30 0SE | 3out of 4 | 4,191 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thurston Church of England Primary Academy Pond Field Road , Thurston IP31 3RY | 3out of 4 | 5,136 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH&CO Catering Ltd | CH&CO Catering Ltd @ BUUK Head Offic Unit 23, Windmill Avenue | 321 yd | |
| Elm Tree Gallery | The Old Bakery, The Street | 587 yd | |
| Tea Cups Tea Rooms | Tea Cups Tea Rooms., The Street | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woolpit Fish and Chip Shop | Woolpit Fish And Chip Shop. Woolpit Fish And, The Street | 625 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-Op Foodstore | East of England Co-operative Society East Of, The Street | 514 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woolpit Sports Field Rectory Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 727 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 | 92.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.0% |
| 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 | 68.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.