Postcode Analysis Ipswich, East of England

POOLEYS YARD, IP2 0AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POOLEYS YARD, IP2 0AR.

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Population

301

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

66%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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1/10
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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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7/10
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10/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

IP2 0AR is a young, economically active community — 66% of working-age residents are in employment and the average age is just 31, signalling strong graduate retention. Moderate crime is typical for a high-footfall, professionally active street.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP2 0AR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pooleys Yard, 0.9km from Maidenhall in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Gipping ward and the Ipswich constituency.

For renters and young professionals, IP2 0AR offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 56% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Ipswich. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 57 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £125k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for IP2 0AR are sourced from Output Area E00170851 (shared with 12 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 IP2 0AR. The average age is 31.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British68.0%
Asian / British Asian19.7%
Black / African / Caribbean5.0%
Other / Mixed7.3%

Economic Activity

66%Active
FT: 51%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 120,000

43 sales · Mean £ 117,122

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

Crime around IP2 0AR is moderate at 57 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences102
Public order33
Criminal damage and arson27
Vehicle crime27
Drugs14

school Local Schools

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Hillside Primary School

Requires Improvement493 pupils0.7 km
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St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich

Good406 pupils0.8 km
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St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich

Good206 pupils0.9 km
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Ranelagh Primary School

Good296 pupils0.9 km
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Stone Lodge Academy

Good168 pupils0.9 km
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Westbridge Academy

Good9 pupils1.0 km
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Halifax Primary School

Good409 pupils1.0 km
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Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy

Good699 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

89 nearby
  • Cool Beanz0.2 km
  • Coffee Cat0.6 km
  • AXA0.6 km
  • Constable Restaurant0.3 km
  • Greggs0.1 km
  • + 84 more
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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Greggs The Bakers0.9 km
  • Ipswich Blue Star0.6 km
  • My Food Shop1.0 km
  • Regal Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Unique Taste0.9 km
  • + 25 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

5 nearby
  • Kingsley House Hotel0.9 km
  • Selig Suffolk Trust0.9 km
  • The Station Hotel0.5 km
  • Genesis Housing Association0.9 km
  • Novotel Hotel0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • Curve0.7 km
  • Pauls Sports Club0.6 km
  • St Judes Tavern1.0 km
  • The Mermaid Public House0.9 km
  • The Plough Public House1.0 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Marks & Spencer1.0 km
  • East of England Co-op0.8 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Lucky's Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • German Doner Kebab0.9 km
  • Lucky's Souvlakis1.0 km
  • Perfect Fried Chicken1.0 km
  • PFK Takeaway0.2 km
  • + 19 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ipswich Station0.1 km
  • Derby Road2.7 km
  • Westerfield3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Railway Station0.1 km
  • Railway Station0.1 km
  • Entrance0.1 km
  • Crown Court0.1 km
  • Ipswich Rail Station0.1 km