Postcode Analysis Ipswich, East of England

IP1 1AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP1 1AX.

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Population

204

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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10/10
workEmployment
2/10
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10/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 38% of tenure in IP1 1AX — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP1 1AX is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.5km from Ipswich in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Alexandra ward and the Ipswich constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP1 1AX is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, major retail centres of national and regional significance. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Ipswich.

Safety: Crime rates are high (162 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for IP1 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00170846 (shared with 1060 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP1 1AX. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British67.6%
Asian / British Asian16.7%
Black / African / Caribbean5.2%
Other / Mixed10.5%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 6%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near IP1 1AX are high at 162 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences410
Public order84
Criminal damage and arson81
Anti-social behaviour60
Other theft58

school Local Schools

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St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich

Good406 pupils0.6 km
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Hillside Primary School

Requires Improvement493 pupils0.8 km
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Westbridge Academy

Good9 pupils1.0 km
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St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich

Good421 pupils1.0 km
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St Helen's Primary School

Good455 pupils1.1 km
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Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy

Good699 pupils1.1 km
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Halifax Primary School

Good409 pupils1.3 km
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Ranelagh Primary School

Good296 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

67 nearby
  • Helenka Mini Market0.9 km
  • Premier Express Spurdens Convienience Store1.0 km
  • The Bushel Box Ltd0.9 km
  • Uni Shop0.8 km
  • Cafe Bonbon0.5 km
  • + 62 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

9 nearby
  • Aramark0.7 km
  • Salthouse Harbour Hotel0.7 km
  • Travelodge1.0 km
  • Selig Suffolk Trust0.7 km
  • The Station Hotel0.3 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

32 nearby
  • Isaacs0.6 km
  • Lord Nelson Public House0.7 km
  • The County0.8 km
  • The Dove Street Inn1.0 km
  • Halberd Inn0.8 km
  • + 27 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

167 nearby
  • Bistro On The Quay0.6 km
  • Paddy and Scott's Cafe Ltd0.9 km
  • Survivors in Transition0.7 km
  • The Forge Kitchen1.0 km
  • The Hold Cafe0.9 km
  • + 162 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • East of England Co-op0.5 km
  • Iceland0.6 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

41 nearby
  • Mizu Takeaway0.5 km
  • The Kiosk0.8 km
  • City Grill / City Pizza0.7 km
  • Gourmet Burgers0.7 km
  • Bang Burger0.7 km
  • + 36 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ipswich Station0.5 km
  • Derby Road2.2 km
  • Westerfield3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Cardinal Park Cinema0.0 km
  • Cardinal Park Cinema0.0 km
  • Cardinal Park Cinema0.1 km
  • St Peter's Hall0.2 km
  • St Clare House0.3 km