Paddock View is in Stanton, Bury St Edmunds and in St Edmundsbury district. IP31 2FF is located in the Stanton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 2016-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Paddock View, Stanton, Bury St Edmunds, IP31 2FF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP31 2EB, IP31 2DT, IP31 2DX, IP31 2DY, IP31 2DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP31 2FF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 51.1% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 52.3% | 48.9% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 27.1% | 27.5% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.4% | 44.6% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 12.3% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 12.6% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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 | 40.6% | 40.2% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 35.8% | 0.4% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 18.4% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 26.3% | 21.6% | -4.7% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 6.7% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 12.3% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 23% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 27.1% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 96.8% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 98.1% | 95.2% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 94.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Paddock View was 21.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.4% lower than the Bardwell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Paddock View has the 17th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bardwell and the 164th lowest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Paddock View, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2024-04-05 | £230,704 |
| 3 Paddock View, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2017-10-27 | £236,511 |
| 2 Paddock View, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2016-12-15 | £245,088 |
| 1 Paddock View, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2016-12-09 | £245,088 |
IP31 2FF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
IP31 2FF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP31 2FF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanton Community Primary School Upthorpe Road , Stanton IP31 2AW | 3out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bardwell Church of England Primary School School Lane , Bardwell IP31 1AD | 2out of 4 | 2,412 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barningham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Road , Barningham IP31 1DD | 3out of 4 | 2,420 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ixworth Church of England Primary School Crown Lane , Ixworth IP31 2EL | 1out of 4 | 5,345 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Honington Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Malting Row , Honington IP31 1RE | 3out of 4 | 5,355 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set Ixworth School Walsham Road , IP31 2HS | 2out of 4 | 4,862 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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.