IP17 1DR is a safe, established residential area on Park Avenue, 0.1km from Mill Hole in Saxmundham. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, IP17 1DR is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £159k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00154050 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PARK AVENUE, IP17 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK AVENUE, IP17 1DR.
253
38
£ 40,500 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP17 1DR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 73% of tenure in IP17 1DR — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP17 1DR. The average age is 38.1. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 165,000
5 sales · Mean £ 166,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP17 1DR has low crime rates — 26 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
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 Stuffed0.5 km
- Saxon Wines0.5 km
- The Original Factory Shop0.5 km
- CandyHeaven0.4 km
- IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.3 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Costa0.5 km
- Jinny's Cafe0.5 km
- Pear Tree Cafe0.3 km
- Pizzeria Locale0.5 km
- The Gannon Rooms Charity0.4 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Trawlers Catch0.5 km
- Mandarin House0.5 km
- Golden Fish Bar0.4 km
- Pita0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Queens Head Inn0.4 km
- Railway Tavern0.2 km
- Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saxmundham0.3 km
- Darsham7.0 km
- Wickham Market9.2 km
Bus Stops
- Mill Road0.1 km
- Mill Road0.1 km
- Saxon Road0.1 km
- Middle School0.2 km
- Saxon Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP171DR · Data under Open Government Licence