Postcode Analysis Ipswich, East of England

IP1 1EN House Prices & Local Information

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

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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
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2/10
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10/10
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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

IP1 1EN has a significant social housing presence — 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. 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 1EN is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Ipswich in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Alexandra ward and the Ipswich constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP1 1EN is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 (293 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for IP1 1EN 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 1EN. 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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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

Crime rates near IP1 1EN are high at 293 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences502
Shoplifting306
Public order110
Other theft92
Criminal damage and arson89

school Local Schools

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St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich

Good406 pupils0.6 km
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St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich

Good421 pupils0.7 km
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St Helen's Primary School

Good455 pupils0.8 km
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Hillside Primary School

Requires Improvement493 pupils1.0 km
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Westbridge Academy

Good9 pupils1.0 km
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Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy

Good699 pupils1.3 km
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Handford Hall Primary School

Good345 pupils1.4 km
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Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery

Good444 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

72 nearby
  • Helenka Mini Market0.7 km
  • Premier Express Spurdens Convienience Store0.8 km
  • The Bushel Box Ltd0.7 km
  • Uni Shop0.6 km
  • Cafe Bonbon0.3 km
  • + 67 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

11 nearby
  • Aramark0.5 km
  • Genesis Housing Association0.8 km
  • Salthouse Harbour Hotel0.5 km
  • The Dove Bed and Breakfast0.8 km
  • Travelodge0.8 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

35 nearby
  • Isaacs0.5 km
  • Lord Nelson Public House0.5 km
  • The County0.6 km
  • The Dove Street Inn0.7 km
  • The Woolpack Inn Public House0.9 km
  • + 30 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

170 nearby
  • Bistro On The Quay0.5 km
  • Chutneyz0.9 km
  • MADE0.8 km
  • Paddy and Scott's Cafe Ltd0.7 km
  • Survivors in Transition0.5 km
  • + 165 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • East of England Co-op0.6 km
  • Iceland0.4 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Marks & Spencer0.5 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

44 nearby
  • Antalya Grill0.8 km
  • Bella Napoli0.9 km
  • Papa John's1.0 km
  • Subway1.0 km
  • Mizu Takeaway0.3 km
  • + 39 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ipswich Station0.8 km
  • Derby Road2.0 km
  • Westerfield3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Old Cattle Market Bus Station0.1 km
  • Old Cattle Market Bus Station0.1 km
  • Old Cattle Market Bus Station0.1 km
  • Old Cattle Market Bus Station0.1 km
  • Old Cattle Market Bus Station0.1 km