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.
PARK END, IP17 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK END, IP17 1DW.
253
38
£ 40,500 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
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
£ 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.
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 Stuffed0.3 km
- Saxon Wines0.4 km
- The Original Factory Shop0.3 km
- CandyHeaven0.3 km
- IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.2 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.3 km
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
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Trawlers Catch0.3 km
- Mandarin House0.3 km
- Golden Fish Bar0.3 km
- Pita0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Queens Head Inn0.3 km
- Railway Tavern0.2 km
- Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.2 km
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
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Postcode Profile: IP171DW · Data under Open Government Licence