IP18 6DQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on East Street, 0.1km from Southwold in Southwold. Administratively it sits within Southwold ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP18, IP18 6DQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 67) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £590k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP18 6DQ are sourced from Output Area E00154464 (shared with 37 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EAST STREET, IP18 6DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST STREET, IP18 6DQ.
119
67
£ 41,100 /yr
28%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 77% owner-occupation and an average age of 67, IP18 6DQ is established retirement territory. With £590k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP18 6DQ. The average age is 66.5. 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
Terraced
£ 590,000
1 sales · Mean £ 590,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP18 6DQ has low crime rates — 22 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
Southwold Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Adnams Wine Shop0.1 km
- Beaches & Cream0.1 km
- Box Southwold0.4 km
- Chapmans News0.1 km
- Clancy's0.6 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Amber House0.4 km
- The Blyth Hotel0.6 km
- The Crown Hotel0.1 km
- The Swan Hotel0.0 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Lord Nelson Southwold0.1 km
- Red Lion Southwold0.1 km
- Sole Bay Inn0.1 km
- Southwold & Reydon Constitutional Club0.2 km
- Southwold Golf Club0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Roman Catholic Church Hall0.4 km
- Adnams Cellar & Kitchen Store0.3 km
- Beach Cafe0.6 km
- Black Dog PIzza Co.0.1 km
- Boardwalk Restaurant0.6 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op Southwold0.1 km
- Tesco Express0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Marks Fish & Chips0.4 km
- Ninedeli0.1 km
- The Jewel In The Box0.4 km
- The Little Fish & Chip Shop0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brampton (Suffolk)12.1 km
- Halesworth12.1 km
- Darsham12.3 km
Bus Stops
- Red Lion0.1 km
- Market Place0.1 km
- Market Place0.1 km
- Red Lion0.1 km
- Gardner Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP186DQ · Data under Open Government Licence