IP23 is a postcode district in Mid Suffolk, East of England, covering 317 active and 64 retired postcodes.
The largest share of IP23 (33%) is characterised by a quiet farming community with strong rural roots and older residents, alongside a peaceful rural village — low traffic, high green space, tight community (20%). A further 12% of the district is made up of a rural area with a significant number of older people in rented flats. This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes IP23 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in IP23 are around £306k, down 23.0% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across IP23 is moderate at 108 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. The district has a mature, established population with an average age of 48 — predominantly owner-occupied, quiet, and low-turnover.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full IP23 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
IP23 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the IP23 postcode area.
7,850
48
£ 45,620 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
IP23 is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 23.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Hartismere School
Gislingham Church of England Primary School
Mellis Church of England Primary School
St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye
Occold Primary School
Thorndon Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- The Brome Grange Hotel
- The Oaksmere Hotel
- Frogs Hall Bed and Breakfast
- The Bull Auberge
Supermarkets
2 nearby- ANGLIAN COOP EYE
- Ipswich & Norwich Co-op
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Gislingham Village Store
- Stoke Ash Orchard Stores
- Thorndon Community Shop
- Thornham Gift and Eco Shop
- The Tilting Sky Gift Shop
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Walnut Tree
- Railway Tavern
- The Beaconsfield Arms
- The Black Horse Inn
- The Cherry Tree
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Beyond The Wall
- Cafeye
- Cocoa Mama
- Dine Canteen
- Eyes Open CIC T/A The Bank Arts Cent
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Eye Fish & Chips
- Lee's Cottage Chinese
- New Happy House
- Pizza +
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