IP3 0ED is a mixed residential area located 0.8km from Ipswich in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Holywells ward and the Ipswich constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 74% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (54% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for IP3 0ED are sourced from Output Area E00170873 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IP3 0ED House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP3 0ED.
271
36
£ 44,500 /yr
67%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP3 0ED 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.
Area Character
At 74% private renter occupancy, IP3 0ED is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 36).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP3 0ED. The average age is 36.3. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IP3 0ED is moderate at 76 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Helen's Primary School
Hillside Primary School
St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich
Cliff Lane Primary School
Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich
Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery
Halifax Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
61 nearby- Asian & Afro Ent Ltd0.7 km
- Cakebox0.7 km
- Cakes & Bakes by Lacey Grace0.7 km
- JR's American Candy0.7 km
- New Little Hut0.5 km
- + 56 more
Pub, NightClub
31 nearby- Central Conservative Club0.6 km
- Distilled Republik0.5 km
- Ipswich Masonic Hall Ltd0.9 km
- Spread Eagle Public House0.4 km
- The Plough Public House0.6 km
- + 26 more
Restaurant, Cafe
152 nearby- Applaud Coffee0.9 km
- Cheeky Cow Burger Ltd0.5 km
- Million Flavours0.5 km
- Yaga's Juice Bar0.5 km
- Arkana Coffee0.9 km
- + 147 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Iceland0.9 km
- East of England Co-op0.4 km
- Marks & Spencer1.0 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
38 nearby- Ali Shi Shawarma0.5 km
- Best Kebab & Pizza House / Best Kebab Centre0.6 km
- Britannia Fish Bar0.8 km
- Chicago Express Pizza0.6 km
- Cone Chips Ltd0.7 km
- + 33 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Aramark0.3 km
- Salthouse Harbour Hotel0.2 km
- The Dove Bed and Breakfast0.7 km
- Genesis Housing Association0.5 km
- Novotel Hotel0.6 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ipswich Station1.0 km
- Derby Road1.6 km
- Westerfield3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Old Custom House0.2 km
- Angel Lane0.3 km
- Dance East0.3 km
- Old Bell0.3 km
- Little Whip Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP30ED · Data under Open Government Licence