Chalk Road North is in Bury St. Edmunds and in St Edmundsbury district. IP33 3BW is located in the Abbeygate 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 Chalk Road North, Bury St. Edmunds, IP33 3BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP33 3BS, IP33 3BB, IP33 3BP, IP33 3BD, IP33 3DF, IP33 3AZ, IP33 3DZ, IP33 3RG, IP33 3EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP33 3BW 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 | 52.4% | 50.8% | -1.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.2% | 1.6% | 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 IP33 3BW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% 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 | 41.6% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 26.5% | -7.1% | 44.2% | -17.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 17.6% | 6.4% | 9.1% | 8.5% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 7.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 42.7% | 40.9% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 38.1% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 16.6% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.7% | 17.9% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 11.9% | 1.2% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 15.5% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 17.3% | 1.9% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 30.4% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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 | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 92.3% | -4.5% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 81% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 81% | -11.7% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 4.5% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 6.7% | 5.9% | 1.3% | 5.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 79.7% | -12.2% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.8% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 6.6% | 1.8% | 1.9% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71% | 76.7% | -5.7% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 5.7% | 0.3% | 5.4% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chalk Road North was 343.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.5% higher than the Abbeygate average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Chalk Road North has the 5th highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Abbeygate and the 13th highest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 49.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87 Chalk Road North, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-12-18 | £287,633 |
| 77 Chalk Road North, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2024-07-17 | £283,263 |
| 5 Chalk Road North, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £253,000 | 2024-02-20 | £255,863 |
| 84 Chalk Road North, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-11-25 | £250,569 |
| 5 Chalk Road North, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2020-12-07 | £295,247 |
IP33 3BW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 3BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmundsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Grove Road , IP33 3BJ | 3out of 4 | 370 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery Brooklands Close , IP33 3JX | 3out of 4 | 847 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic Primary School Westgate Street , IP33 1QG | 3out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildhall Feoffment Community Primary School Bridewell Lane , IP33 1RE | 3out of 4 | 1,150 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sexton's Manor Community Primary School Greene Road , IP33 3HG | 3out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI Church of England Voluntary Controlled Upper School Grove Road , IP33 3BH | 3out of 4 | 492 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bury St Edmunds County Upper School Beetons Way , IP32 6RF | 1out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic School Beetons Way , IP32 6RH | 3out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sybil Andrews Academy Rougham Tower Avenue , IP32 7QB | 2out of 4 | 4,142 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westley Middle School Oliver Road , IP33 3JB | 3out of 4 | 1,599 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horringer Court Middle School Glastonbury Road , IP33 2EX | 3out of 4 | 1,779 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbeygate Sixth Form College Beetons Way , IP33 3YU | - not rated | 334 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | More About School | |
| West Suffolk College Out Risbygate , IP33 3RL | - not rated | 349 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 1,572 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Mount Road , IP32 7BH | 4out of 4 | 1,845 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Albany Beard Road , IP32 6SA | 3out of 4 | 1,901 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Lee School Nowton Road , IP33 2BT | - not rated | 2,736 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverwalk School Mayfield Road , IP33 2PD | 3out of 4 | 2,904 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 4A Parkway North, Bury St Edmunds | 140 yd | |
| KFC | 4 Parkway North, Bury St Edmunds | 140 yd | |
| Rustico | 83-87 Risbygate Street, Bury St Edmunds | 266 yd | |
| The Coffee House at The Apex | 1-2 Charter Square, Bury St Edmunds | 335 yd | |
| Spice Garden | 109 Risbygate Street, Bury St Edmunds | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gym | 3 Risbygate Street, Bury St Edmunds | 375 yd | |
| Verve Bar & Restaurant | 1-2 Woolhall Street, Bury St Edmunds | 521 yd | |
| Nethergate Brewery | 11 The Traverse, Bury St Edmunds | 610 yd | |
| The Bushel | The Bushell, 28-29 St Johns Street | 610 yd | |
| Kings Arms | 23 Brentgovel Street, Bury St Edmunds | 655 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Codfather | 1 St Andrews Street North, Bury St Edmunds | 476 yd | |
| Bury Kebab Shop | 72 St Andrews Street North, Bury St Edmunds | 476 yd | |
| Pizza Mama Mia | 1A St Andrews Street North, Bury St Edmunds | 476 yd | |
| U.S.A Chicken & Pizza | 59 St Johns Street, Bury St Edmunds | 585 yd | |
| Peck | 66A St Johns Street, Bury St Edmunds | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op | Unit 2, 8 Out Risbygate | 316 yd | |
| Europa B Ltd | 12 Woolhall Street, Bury St Edmunds | 521 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Limited | Tesco, 1-2 Stamford Court | 974 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Edward Vi School GROVE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 600 yd |
| St Louis Catholic Middle School (Closed) St. Andrews Street South | grass pitches | 610 yd |
| Bury St Edmunds Leisure Centre BEETONS WAY | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 678 yd |
| Risbygate Sports Club WESTLEY ROAD | indoor bowls, squash courts, tennis courts | 738 yd |
| Westgate Primary School WESTGATE SCHOOL BUNGALOW WESTGATE SCHOOL BUNGALOW BROOKLANDS CLOSE | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Fitness First Health Club (Bury St Edmunds) (Closed) Station Hill | health and fitness suite | 854 yd |
| Abbey Gardens 24A 24A ANGEL HILL | tennis courts | 988 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 | 64 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.