Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

RED HOUSE LANE, IP16 4LQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RED HOUSE LANE, IP16 4LQ.

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Population

354

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Avg Age

47

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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: IP16 4LQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 47, IP16 4LQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

IP16 4LQ is a safe, established residential area on Red House Lane, 0.9km from Aldringham in Leiston. Administratively it sits within Aldeburgh & Leiston ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.

For families considering a move, IP16 4LQ represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £295k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP16 4LQ are sourced from Output Area E00153932 (shared with 13 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 4LQ. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian4.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 250,000

2 sales · Mean £ 250,000

Semi-Detached

£ 179,000

2 sales · Mean £ 179,000

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

IP16 4LQ has low crime rates — 16 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 offences27
Anti-social behaviour6
Bicycle theft2
Public order2
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Alde Valley Academy

Good546 pupils0.2 km
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Leiston Primary School

Good328 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Giri Trading Ltd T/A Leiston Stores0.6 km
  • Leiston Pharmacy0.6 km
  • Leiston Picture House0.6 km
  • Nichols Family Butchers0.6 km
  • Project40Seven0.7 km
  • + 6 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Leiston Ex Servicemens Club0.9 km
  • Leiston Town Athletics Association0.9 km
  • The Engineers Arms0.9 km
  • The Royal Standard0.8 km
  • Sizewell Sports And Social Club0.6 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Gather & Gather By CH&CO Catering0.8 km
  • Bake N Butty0.7 km
  • Cinnamon Indian Restaurant T/A Taj Mahal Suffolk Ltd0.6 km
  • Gracies Kitchen0.6 km
  • Seahawks0.6 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Leiston East Of England Co Op0.6 km
  • Leiston Local0.8 km
  • Nistor's0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Golden House0.6 km
  • La Vita Pizza0.7 km
  • Tonys Fried Chicken0.8 km
  • Yuan Feng0.5 km
  • Leiston Traditional Fish And Chip Shop0.8 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Field End Guest House0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saxmundham6.6 km
  • Darsham9.0 km
  • Wickham Market13.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Alde Valley School0.2 km
  • Minden Drive0.4 km
  • Minden Drive0.4 km
  • Goldings Lane0.5 km
  • Goldings Lane0.5 km