IP17 1AA is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Saxmundham in Saxmundham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.
Within the IP17 district, this postcode is characterised by a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1AA are sourced from Output Area E00187918 (shared with 77 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IP17 1AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP17 1AA.
448
42
£ 40,500 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 42, IP17 1AA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP17 1AA. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP17 1AA has low crime rates — 48 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.
school Local Schools
Saxmundham Primary School
Set Saxmundham School
Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Benhall St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Get Stuffed0.1 km
- Saxon Wines0.1 km
- The Original Factory Shop0.3 km
- CandyHeaven0.1 km
- IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.2 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Costa0.3 km
- Jinny's Cafe0.1 km
- Pear Tree Cafe0.7 km
- Pizzeria Locale0.1 km
- The Gannon Rooms Charity0.2 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Trawlers Catch0.1 km
- Mandarin House0.1 km
- Golden Fish Bar0.4 km
- Pita0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Queens Head Inn0.2 km
- Railway Tavern0.3 km
- Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saxmundham0.2 km
- Darsham6.6 km
- Wickham Market9.6 km
Bus Stops
- ECOC Garage0.1 km
- Street Farm Road0.1 km
- Street Farm Road0.1 km
- Entrance10.2 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP171AA · Data under Open Government Licence