Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

PARK END, IP17 1DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK END, IP17 1DW.

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Population

253

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 40,500 /yr

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Employed

31%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: IP17 1DW 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.

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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
workEmployment
3/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

IP17 1DW has a significant social housing presence — 73% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 23.4% year-on-year.

home £207,500 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP17 1DW is a safe, established residential area on Park End, 0.3km from Saxmundham in Saxmundham. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP17 1DW 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. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £207k, down 23.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00154050 (shared with 5 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 1DW. 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

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

31%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 180,000

4 sales · Mean £ 186,250

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

IP17 1DW has low crime rates — 38 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.

Violence and sexual offences60
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson9
Shoplifting8
Drugs4

school Local Schools

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Set Saxmundham School

Inadequate258 pupils0.3 km
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Saxmundham Primary School

Good255 pupils0.6 km
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Benhall St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good85 pupils1.2 km
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Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good164 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Get Stuffed0.3 km
  • Saxon Wines0.4 km
  • The Original Factory Shop0.3 km
  • CandyHeaven0.3 km
  • IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.2 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Costa0.3 km
  • Jinny's Cafe0.3 km
  • Pear Tree Cafe0.4 km
  • Pizzeria Locale0.4 km
  • The Gannon Rooms Charity0.2 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

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

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Queens Head Inn0.3 km
  • Railway Tavern0.2 km
  • Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saxmundham0.2 km
  • Darsham7.0 km
  • Wickham Market9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Entrance20.2 km
  • Mill Road0.2 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km
  • Rail Station0.2 km
  • Saxmundham Rail Station0.2 km