Hunston Road is in Badwell Ash, Bury St. Edmunds and in Mid Suffolk district. IP31 3DJ is located in the Walsham-le-Willows 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 Hunston Road, Badwell Ash, Bury St. Edmunds, IP31 3DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP31 3DN, IP31 3DU, IP31 3EQ, IP31 3DH, IP31 3ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP31 3DJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.9% | 50.9% | -5.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 44.1% | 49.1% | 5.0% | 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 | 20.7% | 25.4% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.7% | 49.6% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 14.6% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 8.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 41% | 45.6% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 40.5% | 38.5% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 12.4% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 30.8% | 21.9% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 13.2% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 13.2% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 17.4% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 24% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.7% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 97.9% 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% | 97.9% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 97.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hunston Road was 36.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.7% lower than the Elmswell & Woolpit average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hunston Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Elmswell & Woolpit and the 120th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairviews Hunston Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2024-09-16 | £862,941 |
| 9 Hunston Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-09-13 | £282,222 |
| Mill Cottage Hunston Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £1,090,000 | 2020-07-15 | £1,201,826 |
| 8 Hunston Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2018-11-26 | £276,755 |
| 8 Hunston Road, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £101,250 | 2017-01-06 | £131,547 |
IP31 3DJ 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 IP31 3DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Wattisfield Road , Walsham-le-Willows IP31 3BD | 3out of 4 | 4,009 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norton CEVC Primary School School Close , Norton IP31 3LZ | 4out of 4 | 4,374 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Community Primary School Upthorpe Road , Stanton IP31 2AW | 3out of 4 | 5,218 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Horse | The White Horse Inn White Horse Inn, The Street | 576 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Badwell Ash Playing Field Recreation Ground (Closed) Badwell Ash | grass pitches | 510 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| 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 | 5.6% |
| Median download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.