Tollgate, West Suffolk: Jobs
Jobs
Health, retail, and manufacturing are the biggest employers in Tollgate. Most residents drive to work, though nearly 1 in 5 work from home.
Health and social work is the largest sector, with retail and manufacturing close behind. Public administration and education also employ significant numbers. These sectors show a neighbourhood built around essential services rather than office-based work.
Working from home is now the reality for nearly 20% of residents. Driving dominates the commute — over half of workers travel by car. Walking is the second most popular option, which suggests plenty of jobs are within reach locally. Cycling is also reasonably common here.
Source: Census 2021 (ONS)
Insights powered by
Work patterns in this area
Commute to work
80%
Work from home
20%
Local employers by sector
Human health and social work activities
17%
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles
16%
Manufacturing
9%
Education
9%
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security
8%
Construction
7%
Other industries (arts, leisure, personal services)
6%
Administrative and support service activities
5%
Accommodation and food service activities
5%
Professional, scientific and technical activities
5%
