Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

ARNHEM ROAD, IP16 4BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARNHEM ROAD, IP16 4BN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

264

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

32%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP16 4BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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2/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

IP16 4BN has a significant social housing presence — 68% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

home £159,500 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP16 4BN is a safe, established residential area on Arnhem Road, 0.5km from Leiston in Leiston. Administratively it sits within Aldeburgh & Leiston ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP16 4BN is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £159k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for IP16 4BN are sourced from Output Area E00153929 (shared with 6 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 IP16 4BN. The average age is 35.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

32%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 4%
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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 159,500

2 sales · Mean £ 159,500

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

IP16 4BN has low crime rates — 29 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.

Violence and sexual offences52
Shoplifting21
Anti-social behaviour9
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft8

school Local Schools

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Leiston Primary School

Good328 pupils0.3 km
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Alde Valley Academy

Good546 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Giri Trading Ltd T/A Leiston Stores0.2 km
  • L B Shotter & Sons0.7 km
  • Leiston Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Leiston Picture House0.2 km
  • Nichols Family Butchers0.2 km
  • + 7 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Leiston Ex Servicemens Club0.6 km
  • Leiston Town Athletics Association0.6 km
  • The Engineers Arms0.6 km
  • The Royal Standard0.4 km
  • White Horse Hotel0.7 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Gather & Gather By CH&CO Catering0.5 km
  • Bake N Butty0.7 km
  • Cinnamon Indian Restaurant T/A Taj Mahal Suffolk Ltd0.2 km
  • Gracies Kitchen0.2 km
  • Seahawks0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Leiston East Of England Co Op0.3 km
  • Leiston Local0.4 km
  • Nistor's0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Golden House0.2 km
  • La Vita Pizza0.3 km
  • Tonys Fried Chicken0.4 km
  • Yuan Feng0.1 km
  • Leiston Traditional Fish And Chip Shop0.4 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Field End Guest House0.3 km
  • Home from Home B&B0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saxmundham6.3 km
  • Darsham8.6 km
  • Wickham Market13.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Car Park0.2 km
  • Car Park0.2 km
  • Car Park0.2 km
  • Minden Drive0.2 km
  • Car Park0.2 km