IP28 1AG is a safe, established residential area on Hawkers Street, 0.1km from Red Lodge in West Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP28, IP28 1AG offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £323k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP28 1AG are sourced from Output Area E00152615 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWKERS STREET, IP28 1AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWKERS STREET, IP28 1AG.
437
40
£ 45,200 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP28 1AG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
IP28 1AG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £323k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP28 1AG. The average age is 39.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 294,997
4 sales · Mean £ 295,371
Detached
£ 365,995
7 sales · Mean £ 362,710
Semi-Detached
£ 271,995
4 sales · Mean £ 271,995
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP28 1AG has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Christopher's CEVCP School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Mighty Mug Cafe0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kennett3.5 km
- Newmarket9.9 km
- Shippea Hill14.5 km
Bus Stops
- Horseshoe Drive0.1 km
- Horseshoe Drive0.1 km
- Heathersett Way0.4 km
- Heathersett Way0.4 km
- Blackberry Way0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP281AG · Data under Open Government Licence