Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

HIGH STREET, IP17 1AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, IP17 1AB.

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Population

448

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 40,500 /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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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. IP17 1AB's 57% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 33.9% year-on-year.

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

IP17 1AB is a safe, established residential area on High Street, 0.2km from Saxmundham in Saxmundham. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 33.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00187918 (shared with 77 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 IP17 1AB. 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

White / British94.2%
Asian / British Asian3.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 248,750

4 sales · Mean £ 248,750

Flat

£ 127,000

9 sales · Mean £ 121,055

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

Crime around IP17 1AB is moderate at 51 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 offences69
Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson12
Shoplifting8
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Saxmundham Primary School

Good255 pupils0.7 km
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Set Saxmundham School

Inadequate258 pupils0.7 km
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Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good164 pupils1.3 km
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Benhall St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good85 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Get Stuffed0.0 km
  • Saxon Wines0.0 km
  • The Original Factory Shop0.2 km
  • CandyHeaven0.1 km
  • IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.2 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Costa0.2 km
  • Jinny's Cafe0.0 km
  • Pear Tree Cafe0.7 km
  • Pizzeria Locale0.0 km
  • The Gannon Rooms Charity0.1 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Trawlers Catch0.0 km
  • Mandarin House0.0 km
  • Golden Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Pita0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Queens Head Inn0.1 km
  • Railway Tavern0.3 km
  • Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saxmundham0.2 km
  • Darsham6.7 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