Postcode Analysis Ipswich, East of England

NACTON ROAD, IP3 9PU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NACTON ROAD, IP3 9PU.

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Population

343

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP3 9PU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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7/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

IP3 9PU is an established family neighbourhood — 52% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 4.0% year-on-year.

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

IP3 9PU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Nacton Road, 0.3km from Racecourse in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Priory Heath ward and the Ipswich constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP3 9PU is a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 31% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Ipswich.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £194k, up 4.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP3 9PU are sourced from Output Area E00152864 (shared with 10 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 9PU. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British69.2%
Asian / British Asian17.0%
Black / African / Caribbean7.6%
Other / Mixed6.2%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 195,000

4 sales · Mean £ 197,500

Semi-Detached

£ 189,000

3 sales · Mean £ 178,000

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

IP3 9PU has low crime rates — 35 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences106
Shoplifting31
Vehicle crime26
Criminal damage and arson19
Anti-social behaviour14

school Local Schools

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Woodbridge Road Academy

0.4 km
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Murrayfield Primary - A Paradigm Academy

Good387 pupils0.4 km
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First Base Ipswich Academy

Outstanding0 pupils0.9 km
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Piper's Vale Primary - A Paradigm Academy

Good314 pupils0.9 km
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Alderwood Academy

Good1 pupils0.9 km
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Ipswich Academy

Good951 pupils0.9 km
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Rose Hill Primary

Requires Improvement281 pupils1.1 km
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Ravenswood Community Primary School

Good437 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • BBQ Mania0.1 km
  • Golden Palace0.5 km
  • Happy House0.6 km
  • Hot Stuff Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • Kingfish0.3 km
  • + 12 more
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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Kays Fruit & Veg0.2 km
  • Pick N Pay (Ipswich) Ltd0.3 km
  • East of England Co-Op0.1 km
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • Premier Stores0.7 km
  • + 12 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • V4GCL0.7 km
  • BMC Cakery0.5 km
  • G-L-C Cafe0.4 km
  • Topaz Salon0.5 km
  • Genesis Orwell Mencap0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • East of England Co-op0.5 km
  • East of England Co-op0.3 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Poundstretcher Limited1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Golden Hind Public House0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby Road1.2 km
  • Ipswich Station3.2 km
  • Westerfield4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Nacton Crescent0.1 km
  • Queens Way0.2 km
  • Landseer Road0.2 km
  • Nacton Road0.2 km
  • Landseer Road0.2 km