Is IP22 1AG a safe place to live?

Yes, IP22 1AG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in IP22 1AG?

The average property price in IP22 1AG is currently around £300k.

What is the population of IP22 1AG?

The population for the IP22 1AG area is approximately 292 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

THE GREEN, IP22 1AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GREEN, IP22 1AG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

292

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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7/10

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4/10

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5/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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9/10

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10/10

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Area Character

IP22 1AG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 200.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP22 1AG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Green, 0.2km from Palgrave in Palgrave. Administratively it sits within Palgrave ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.

For families considering a move, IP22 1AG represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k, up 200.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP22 1AG are sourced from Output Area E00153233 (shared with 10 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 IP22 1AG. The average age is 48.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%

Asian / British Asian1.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active

FT: 25%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 370,000

5 sales · Mean £ 367,600

Semi-Detached

£ 350,000

3 sales · Mean £ 306,666

Terraced

£ 215,000

5 sales · Mean £ 228,000

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

IP22 1AG has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6

Burglary2

Criminal damage and arson2

Other theft2

Public order1

school Local Schools

Palgrave Church of England Primary School

Good80 pupils0.0 km

Diss Church of England Junior Academy

Good209 pupils1.4 km

Diss Infant Academy and Nursery

Good137 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited1.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

The Cock Inn1.0 km
Cock Oh Van1.0 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Cobwebs Bed & Breakfast1.0 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Fair Green Fish Bar1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Diss1.5 km
Eccles Road15.0 km
Harling Road16.7 km

Bus Stops

Church0.2 km
Church0.2 km
Rose Lane Close0.3 km
Rose Lane Close0.3 km