IP22 1AY is a sought-after residential area on St Georges Drive, 0.3km from Botesdale in Rickinghall and Botesdale. Administratively it sits within Rickinghall ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.
For serious buyers, IP22 1AY is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 71% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £715k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for IP22 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00153254 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST GEORGES DRIVE, IP22 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST GEORGES DRIVE, IP22 1AY.
297
46
£ 47,300 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP22 1AY represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. IP22 1AY's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £715k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £715k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP22 1AY. The average age is 45.8. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 715,000
3 sales · Mean £ 683,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP22 1AY has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Botesdale Fish and Chip Shop0.3 km
- Blue Orchard0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Greyhound0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Santiago's Art Cafe0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Diss9.0 km
- Elmswell13.0 km
- Harling Road14.2 km
Bus Stops
- The Bell0.2 km
- The Bell0.2 km
- Chestnuts0.4 km
- Chestnuts0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP221AY · Data under Open Government Licence