IP17 1AH is a mixed residential area on Back Of Market Place, 0.2km from Saxmundham in Saxmundham. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.
For families considering a move, IP17 1AH represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £110k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1AH are sourced from Output Area E00154058 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BACK OF MARKET PLACE, IP17 1AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACK OF MARKET PLACE, IP17 1AH.
273
48
£ 40,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP17 1AH represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
IP17 1AH is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 48 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP17 1AH. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 110,000
1 sales · Mean £ 110,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IP17 1AH is moderate at 56 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
Set Saxmundham School
Saxmundham Primary 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 Stuffed0.0 km
- Saxon Wines0.0 km
- The Original Factory Shop0.2 km
- CandyHeaven0.0 km
- IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.1 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Costa0.2 km
- Jinny's Cafe0.0 km
- Pear Tree Cafe0.6 km
- Pizzeria Locale0.1 km
- The Gannon Rooms Charity0.1 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Trawlers Catch0.0 km
- Mandarin House0.0 km
- Golden Fish Bar0.3 km
- Pita0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Queens Head Inn0.1 km
- Railway Tavern0.2 km
- Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saxmundham0.1 km
- Darsham6.7 km
- Wickham Market9.5 km
Bus Stops
- Entrance10.1 km
- Railway Station0.1 km
- Railway Station0.1 km
- Saxmundham Rail Station0.1 km
- Rail Station0.1 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: IP171AH · Data under Open Government Licence