Stoven Road is in Uggeshall, Beccles and in Waveney district. NR34 8EW is located in the Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stoven Road, Uggeshall, Beccles, NR34 8EW 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 area surrounding NR34 8EW has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 NR34 8EW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 16.4% | 19.9% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.1% | 61.8% | -2.3% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 7.4% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 8.1% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 44.1% | 45.8% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 41.4% | 38.6% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 9% | 13.1% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 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 | 17.2% | 13.6% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 9.1% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 9.8% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.5% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 26.5% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 9.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 36.4% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.4% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 88.9% 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 | 96.6% | 88.9% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 5.2% | 4.5% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 88.3% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 5.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stoven Road was 47.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.0% higher than the Halesworth & Blything average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Stoven Road has the 23rd highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Halesworth & Blything and the 319th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Farm Stoven Road, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2022-06-08 | £744,281 |
| Pears Old Barn Stoven Road, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2015-06-03 | £739,844 |
| Valley Farm Stoven Road, Beccles, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2001-04-27 | £908,082 |
NR34 8EW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% 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.
NR34 8EW 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 NR34 8EW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Employee | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brampton Church of England Primary School Southwold Road , NR34 8DW | 3out of 4 | 2,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.