Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

IP15 5BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP15 5BU.

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Population

151

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

41%

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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10/10
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3/10
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5/10
workEmployment
3/10
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3/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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1/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates IP15 5BU — age 51, 74% ownership, 19% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

IP15 5BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.1km from Fort Green in Aldeburgh. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Aldeburgh & Leiston ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.

Within the IP15 district, this postcode is characterised by a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IP15 5BU are sourced from Output Area E00153727 (shared with 26 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 5BU. The average age is 51.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

IP15 5BU has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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Aldeburgh Primary School

Good98 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Aldeburgh Cinema0.6 km
  • Aldeburgh Fresh Fish Company0.6 km
  • Aldeburgh Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Ash Smoked Fishes0.6 km
  • Baggott And Son Ltd0.4 km
  • + 11 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Brudenell Hotel0.0 km
  • Wentworth Hotel1.0 km
  • White Lion Hotel0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Aldeburgh Yacht Club Bar0.8 km
  • Cross Keys0.6 km
  • White Hart Inn0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Thai Street Cafe0.5 km
  • The Chocolate Teapot0.6 km
  • Munchies0.3 km
  • Prezzo0.4 km
  • The Lighthouse Restaurant0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Aldeburgh East Of England Co Op0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Aldeburgh Fish And Chip Shop0.1 km
  • Delphine's0.6 km
  • Golden Galleon0.5 km
  • Rising Sun0.2 km
  • Wood Fired Pizza0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saxmundham10.7 km
  • Wickham Market13.9 km
  • Darsham14.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Fort Green Car Park0.1 km
  • Bus Shelter0.3 km
  • Bus Shelter0.3 km