Is IP23 7DT a safe place to live?

Yes, IP23 7DT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of IP23 7DT?

The population for the IP23 7DT area is approximately 298 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

IP23 7DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP23 7DT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

298

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

53%

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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10/10

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10/10

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1/10

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6/10

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4/10

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7/10

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1/10

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7/10

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10/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates IP23 7DT — age 44, 80% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

IP23 7DT is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Braiseworth in Mid Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Mendlesham ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IP23 7DT are sourced from Output Area E00153358 (shared with 18 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 IP23 7DT. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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IP23 7DT has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Frogs Hall Bed and Breakfast0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Diss7.7 km
Stowmarket15.2 km
Elmswell16.2 km