IP12 1BW is a sought-after residential area on Ferry Quay, 0.8km from Mill Hills in Woodbridge. Administratively it sits within Woodbridge ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.
For serious buyers, IP12 1BW is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Average age 62 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 68% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £640k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for IP12 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00154021 (shared with 234 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FERRY QUAY, IP12 1BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FERRY QUAY, IP12 1BW.
242
62
£ 44,400 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP12 1BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 62, IP12 1BW is established retirement territory. With £640k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP12 1BW. The average age is 62.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 640,000
1 sales · Mean £ 640,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP12 1BW has low crime rates — 33 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Woodbridge Primary School
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Woodbridge
Farlingaye High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- M&Co0.3 km
- Woodbridge Tide Mill Trust0.1 km
- Adnams Wine Cellar & Kitchen Store0.2 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- COOK0.4 km
- + 15 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Crown Hotel0.3 km
- Hill House Hall0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- A Listers0.1 km
- Angel Inn0.6 km
- Kings Head Inn0.6 km
- The Anchor0.2 km
- The Masonic Hall0.5 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
28 nearby- St John's Church (events)0.4 km
- Bistro@47a0.4 km
- Blue Salt0.3 km
- Castle Kitchen0.8 km
- Christine's Patisserie & Sucoca0.4 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- East of England Co-op0.7 km
- McColls0.3 km
- East of England Co-op0.7 km
- East Of England Co Op0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- The Sandwich Shop0.3 km
- Wok It0.4 km
- Yildiz 2019 Ltd0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Woodbridge0.1 km
- Melton2.0 km
- Wickham Market8.7 km
Bus Stops
- Entrance20.1 km
- Woodbridge Rail Station0.1 km
- Entrance10.1 km
- Railway Station0.1 km
- Deben Pool0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP121BW · Data under Open Government Licence