The Street is in Stanton, Bury St. Edmunds and in St Edmundsbury district. IP31 2DB is located in the Stanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Street, Stanton, Bury St. Edmunds, IP31 2DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP31 2BP, IP31 2DE, IP31 2BY, IP31 2BS, IP31 2DA, IP31 2DG, IP31 2AQ, IP31 2BU, IP31 2XE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP31 2DB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.8% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.2% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around IP31 2DB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.3% | 43.3% | 15.0% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 39.8% | -13.4% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 8.3% | 0.6% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 9% | 6.7% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 (87.8%) 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 | 41.5% | 46.9% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 40.9% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 10.6% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 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.
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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.7% | 25.1% | 2.4% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 13.5% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 11.6% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.2% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 17% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21% | 22.4% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 6.4% | 4.2% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.7% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.9% | 96% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 95.4% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 55.1% | 46.2% | 8.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Street was 36.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.2% higher than the Bardwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Street has the 18th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bardwell and the 260th lowest crime rate of 590 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.5%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapters The Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2019-05-10 | £563,301 |
| Church Cottage The Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2014-12-19 | £371,601 |
| Chapters The Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2014-11-21 | £618,174 |
| Church House The Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2009-08-07 | £476,690 |
| Brooke Side The Street, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2004-11-12 | £435,245 |
IP31 2DB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 96 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton Primary School Upthorpe Road , Stanton IP31 2AW | 3out of 4 | 454 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Community Primary School Upthorpe Road , Stanton IP31 2AW | - not rated | 454 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bardwell Church of England Primary School School Lane , Bardwell IP31 1AD | 3out of 4 | 2,779 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bardwell Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School School Lane , Bardwell IP31 1AD | - not rated | 2,779 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barningham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Road , Barningham IP31 1DD | - not rated | 3,649 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ixworth High School Walsham Road , IP31 2HS | - not rated | 4,143 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackbourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Middle School, Stanton Upthorpe Road , Stanton IP31 2AW | - not rated | 469 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ixworth Middle School Walsham Road , Ixworth IP31 2HS | - not rated | 4,143 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reeves Hall School Hepworth , IP22 2PP | - not rated | 3,119 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reeves Hall School North Commom , Hepworth IP22 2PP | - not rated | 3,119 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cock Inn | The Street, Stanton | 87 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton Fish Bar | The Street, Stanton | 87 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanton Recreation Ground Old Bury Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 404 yd |
| Stanton Community Primary School STANTON PRIMARY SCHOOL STANTON PRIMARY SCHOOL UPTHORPE ROAD | grass pitches | 453 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.