Postcode Analysis Ipswich, East of England

ANCHOR STREET, IP3 0BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ANCHOR STREET, IP3 0BY.

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Population

223

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 44,500 /yr

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Employed

72%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP3 0BY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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1/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
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7/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

With 72% economic activity and an average age of 35, IP3 0BY is squarely in the young professional bracket — careers being built, not wound down. Crime is low — unusually safe for a densely working, young area.

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

IP3 0BY is a safe, established residential area on Anchor Street, 0.8km from Stoke in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Holywells ward and the Ipswich constituency.

For renters and young professionals, IP3 0BY 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. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 82% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (57% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £180k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for IP3 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00170875 (shared with 6 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 IP3 0BY. The average age is 34.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British69.8%
Asian / British Asian12.9%
Black / African / Caribbean8.4%
Other / Mixed8.9%

Economic Activity

72%Active
FT: 57%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 174,000

4 sales · Mean £ 168,500

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

IP3 0BY has low crime rates — 43 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences67
Anti-social behaviour30
Other theft17
Shoplifting12
Criminal damage and arson11

school Local Schools

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Cliff Lane Primary School

Requires Improvement424 pupils0.5 km
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St Helen's Primary School

Good455 pupils1.0 km
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Hillside Primary School

Requires Improvement493 pupils1.0 km
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Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery

Good444 pupils1.1 km
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Rose Hill Primary

Requires Improvement281 pupils1.2 km
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Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy

Good699 pupils1.2 km
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St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich

Good421 pupils1.4 km
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Woodbridge Road Academy

1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • Bazar Shop0.9 km
  • Rajas0.6 km
  • Tacket Street Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Uni Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Go East0.9 km
  • + 24 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Travelodge0.4 km
  • Genesis Housing Association1.0 km
  • Aramark0.6 km
  • Salthouse Harbour Hotel0.6 km
  • The Dove Bed and Breakfast0.9 km
  • + 1 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Gardeners Arms0.4 km
  • The Water Lily Public House0.9 km
  • Distilled Republik1.0 km
  • Spread Eagle Public House0.8 km
  • Isaacs0.6 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

53 nearby
  • Bishops Cafe & Kiosk0.6 km
  • Aurora Bars and Restaurants Ltd0.2 km
  • Coffee Cat0.5 km
  • Coffee Cat0.6 km
  • Cult Cafe Ltd0.2 km
  • + 48 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

24 nearby
  • Pizza Hut0.9 km
  • The Burger Shack0.4 km
  • The Coffee Barber0.7 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Master Chef Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • East of England Co-op0.8 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • East of England Co-op0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby Road1.2 km
  • Ipswich Station1.4 km
  • Westerfield3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • John Street0.1 km
  • Industrial Estate0.2 km
  • Industrial Estate0.2 km
  • John Street0.2 km
  • Brewery Tap0.3 km