Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

TOWN STEPS, IP15 5AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TOWN STEPS, IP15 5AT.

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Population

118

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Avg Age

58

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP15 5AT 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.

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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Average age 58, 70% owned. IP15 5AT is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £455k reflects the demand.

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

IP15 5AT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Town Steps, 0.1km from Aldeburgh in Aldeburgh. Administratively it sits within Aldeburgh & Leiston ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP15, IP15 5AT offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 58 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 70% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £455k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP15 5AT are sourced from Output Area E00153725 (shared with 24 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 IP15 5AT. The average age is 58.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 5%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 455,000

1 sales · Mean £ 455,000

Detached

£ 650,000

1 sales · Mean £ 650,000

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

IP15 5AT has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Aldeburgh Primary School

Good98 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Aldeburgh Cinema0.1 km
  • Aldeburgh Fresh Fish Company0.1 km
  • Aldeburgh Pharmacy0.1 km
  • Ash Smoked Fishes0.1 km
  • Baggott And Son Ltd0.2 km
  • + 12 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Beech House Bed & Breakfast1.0 km
  • The Brudenell Hotel0.5 km
  • Toll House Accommodation Ltd0.7 km
  • Wentworth Hotel0.5 km
  • White Lion Hotel0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Cross Keys0.1 km
  • Railway Inn0.8 km
  • White Hart Inn0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Thai Street Cafe0.0 km
  • The Chocolate Teapot0.1 km
  • Munchies0.2 km
  • Prezzo0.2 km
  • The Lighthouse Restaurant0.1 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Aldeburgh East Of England Co Op0.1 km
  • East Of England Co Op0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Aldeburgh Fish And Chip Shop0.4 km
  • Delphine's0.1 km
  • Golden Galleon0.1 km
  • Rising Sun0.3 km
  • Wood Fired Pizza0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saxmundham10.3 km
  • Wickham Market13.9 km
  • Darsham14.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Cinema0.2 km
  • Cinema0.2 km
  • Bus Shelter0.2 km
  • Bus Shelter0.2 km
  • Wentworth0.3 km