Postmill Gardens is in Walsham Le Willows, Bury St. Edmunds and in Mid Suffolk district. IP31 3DZ 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 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Postmill Gardens, Walsham Le Willows, Bury St. Edmunds, IP31 3DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP31 3DZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.9% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.1% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 IP31 3DZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.8% 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 | 28.2% | 23.8% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 58.8% | 5.6% | 44.2% | 14.6% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 13.5% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) 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 | 44.4% | 52.3% | 7.9% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 44.4% | 33.7% | -10.7% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 10.6% | 3.3% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 16.1% | 12% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 11.7% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 12.9% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 17.5% | 1.1% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 39.5% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.2% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95% | 94.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 94.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.9% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.1% | 37.2% | 7.9% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Postmill Gardens was 41.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.6% higher than the Bacton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Postmill Gardens has the 12th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Bacton and the 95th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 13.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Postmill Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £695,000 | 2021-01-08 | £736,414 |
| 5 Postmill Gardens, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2013-05-23 | £435,330 |
| 4 Postmill Gardens, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2005-10-07 | £460,658 |
| 5 Postmill Gardens, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £134,950 | 1999-12-20 | £526,673 |
| 2 Postmill Gardens, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 1997-06-06 | £636,825 |
IP31 3DZ 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 | 125 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Education | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 303 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Community Primary School Upthorpe Road , Stanton IP31 2AW | 3out of 4 | 3,961 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walsham le Willows Sports Club | Sports Pavilion, Summer Road | 617 yd | |
| The Blue Boar | The Blue Boar. The Blue Boar, The Street | 847 yd | |
| Six Bells Inn | Six Bells Inn. Six Bells Inn, Summer Road | 867 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walsham-Le-Willows Sports Club SUMMER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 587 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 45.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.24 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.24 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.36 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.