IP17 1DF is a mixed residential area on High Street, 0.0km from Saxmundham in Saxmundham. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.
Within the IP17 district, this postcode is characterised by a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00154055 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, IP17 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, IP17 1DF.
335
46
£ 40,500 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP17 1DF 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
Families dominate this postcode. With 53% owner-occupation and average age 46, IP17 1DF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 1DF. The average age is 45.7. 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 mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IP17 1DF is moderate at 61 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
Benhall St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Kelsale 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 Shop0.1 km
- CandyHeaven0.1 km
- IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.1 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Costa0.1 km
- Jinny's Cafe0.1 km
- Pear Tree Cafe0.6 km
- Pizzeria Locale0.2 km
- The Gannon Rooms Charity0.1 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Trawlers Catch0.1 km
- Mandarin House0.1 km
- Golden Fish Bar0.2 km
- Pita0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Queens Head Inn0.0 km
- Railway Tavern0.2 km
- Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saxmundham0.2 km
- Darsham6.9 km
- Wickham Market9.5 km
Bus Stops
- Chantry Road0.1 km
- Waitrose0.1 km
- Chantry Road0.1 km
- Railway Station0.1 km
- Railway Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: IP171DF · Data under Open Government Licence