Northgate Street is in Bury St. Edmunds and in St Edmundsbury district. IP33 1HQ is located in the Eastgate 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 Northgate Street, Bury St. Edmunds, IP33 1HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP33 1XY, IP33 1HG, IP33 1XS, IP33 1XR, IP33 1HE, IP33 1XL, IP33 1HN, IP33 1FA, IP33 1UZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP33 1HQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58.3% | 55.4% | -2.9% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 41.7% | 44.6% | 2.9% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 | 40.4% | 30.1% | -10.3% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.7% | 31.9% | 11.2% | 44.2% | -12.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 11.6% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 23.2% | 24.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 18.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.9% | 35.2% | 4.3% | 48.4% | -13.2% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 32.2% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 28.4% | 26.2% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 13.5% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 5.6% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 29.3% | 27.9% | -1.4% | 18.2% | 9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4% | 7.9% | 3.9% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 10.7% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.2% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 12.1% | 0.0% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.3% | 33% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 6.6% | 4.2% | -2.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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 | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.1% | 91.3% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 72.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 72.3% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -10.9% |
| European Union | 7.4% | 9.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 13% | 9.6% | 1.3% | 11.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.8% | 72.3% | -11.5% | 83.2% | -10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.4% | 10% | 6.6% | 9.8% | 0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.9% | 3.5% | -1.4% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 10% | 5.6% | 1.9% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.8% | 76.7% | -13.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 12.6% | 0.3% | 12.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.4% | 37.2% | -7.8% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northgate Street was 84.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.0% higher than the Eastgate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Northgate Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Eastgate and the 119th highest crime rate of 588 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 Karrelbrook House, 118 Northgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2026-01-23 | £198,693 |
| 8 Northgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,900,000 | 2025-11-17 | £1,857,735 |
| 3 Northgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £1,110,000 | 2025-07-10 | £1,105,404 |
| Flat 7 Karrelbrook House, 118 Northgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2025-02-28 | £295,000 |
| Flat 3 Karrelbrook House, 118 Northgate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-01-06 | £295,146 |
IP33 1HQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP33 1HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Other | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guildhall Feoffment Community Primary School Bridewell Lane , IP33 1RE | - not rated | 617 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic Primary School Westgate Street , IP33 1QG | 3out of 4 | 836 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmundsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Grove Road , IP33 3BJ | - not rated | 1,099 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmundsbury CofE Primary Academy Grove Road , IP33 3BJ | 2out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery Brooklands Close , IP33 3JX | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI CEVC School Grove Road , IP33 3BH | 3out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury St Edmunds County High School Beetons Way , IP32 6RF | 3out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury St Edmunds County Upper School Beetons Way , IP32 6RF | - not rated | 1,631 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic School Beetons Way , IP32 6RH | - not rated | 1,786 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic School Beetons Way , IP32 6RH | 3out of 4 | 1,786 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James CofE VA Middle School Vinefields , IP33 1YB | - not rated | 574 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Louis Catholic Middle School St Andrew's Street South , IP33 3PH | - not rated | 738 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Howard Middle School Beard Road , IP32 6SA | - not rated | 2,542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horringer Court Middle School Glastonbury Road , IP33 2EX | - not rated | 2,569 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horringer Court Middle School Glastonbury Road , IP33 2EX | - not rated | 2,569 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Suffolk College Out Risbygate , IP33 3RL | - not rated | 1,290 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbeygate Sixth Form College Beetons Way , IP33 3YU | - not rated | 1,333 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Support, Western Area Education Office New Shire Hall , Raingate Street IP33 2AR | - not rated | 799 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Mount Road , IP32 7BH | - not rated | 811 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Mount Road , IP32 7BH | 4out of 4 | 811 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverwalk School Chevington Close , IP33 3JZ | - not rated | 1,439 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moreton Hall School Mount Road , IP32 7BJ | - not rated | 1,539 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bury St Edmunds & Farmers Club | 10 Northgate Street, Bury St Edmunds | 11 yd | |
| Voujon | Voujon Indian Cuisine, 29 Mustow Street | 122 yd | |
| Francela | 27 Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds | 152 yd | |
| 1921 | 19-21 Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds | 152 yd | |
| Cheers Restaurant | 24 Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds | 152 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The One Bull | One Bull, 25 Angel Hill | 156 yd | |
| Sneaky Links | 19-20 Brentgovel Street, Bury St Edmunds | 201 yd | |
| Kings Arms | 23 Brentgovel Street, Bury St Edmunds | 263 yd | |
| Lipstick and Locks Bury St Edmunds Ltd | Lipstick & Locks Bury St Edmunds Ltd, 20 Abbeygate Street | 291 yd | |
| Nethergate Brewery | 11 The Traverse, Bury St Edmunds | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Garden Chinese Takeaway | 30 High Baxter Street, Bury St Edmunds | 291 yd | |
| U.S.A Chicken & Pizza | 59 St Johns Street, Bury St Edmunds | 405 yd | |
| Peck | 66A St Johns Street, Bury St Edmunds | 405 yd | |
| Hatters Sandwich Bar | 20A Hatter Street, Bury St Edmunds | 422 yd | |
| East Ocean | 25 Eastgate Street, Bury St Edmunds | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Europa B Ltd | 12 Woolhall Street, Bury St Edmunds | 502 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, St Saviours Interchange Junction 43 | 986 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbey Gardens 24A 24A ANGEL HILL | tennis courts | 225 yd |
| Bury Town Football Club BURY TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB BURY TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB COTTON LANE | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| St James Ce Va Middle School (Closed) Vinefields | grass pitches | 542 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (Bury St Edmunds) (Closed) Station Hill | health and fitness suite | 669 yd |
| St Louis Catholic Middle School (Closed) St. Andrews Street South | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Priory School MOUNT ROAD | 879 yd | |
| Fitta Bodies Gymnasium HILLTOP HOUSE HILLTOP HOUSE THINGOE HILL | health and fitness suite | 1,092 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 | 55.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.06 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.