IP17 1AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Spinney, 0.7km from Saxmundham in Saxmundham. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP17, IP17 1AR offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £720k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00154054 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE SPINNEY, IP17 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE SPINNEY, IP17 1AR.
262
50
£ 40,500 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP17 1AR 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. IP17 1AR's low deprivation rank, 77% ownership, and £720k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP17 1AR. The average age is 50.2. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 720,000
1 sales · Mean £ 720,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP17 1AR has low crime rates — 19 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
Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Set Saxmundham School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Get Stuffed0.5 km
- Saxon Wines0.5 km
- The Original Factory Shop0.8 km
- CandyHeaven0.5 km
- IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.6 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Costa0.8 km
- Jinny's Cafe0.5 km
- Pear Tree Cafe0.8 km
- Pizzeria Locale0.5 km
- The Gannon Rooms Charity0.6 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Trawlers Catch0.5 km
- Mandarin House0.5 km
- Golden Fish Bar0.8 km
- Pita0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Queens Head Inn0.7 km
- Railway Tavern0.6 km
- Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saxmundham0.5 km
- Darsham6.3 km
- Wickham Market9.9 km
Bus Stops
- The Spinney0.1 km
- The Spinney0.1 km
- Lambsale Meadow0.2 km
- Lambsale Meadow0.2 km
- Felsham Rise0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP171AR · Data under Open Government Licence