Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

MAIN ROAD, IP5 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN ROAD, IP5 1AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

299

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

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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8/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IP5 1AF combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£495k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £495k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

IP5 1AF is a safe, established residential area on Main Road, 0.6km from Kesgrave in Kesgrave. Administratively it sits within Kesgrave ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP5, IP5 1AF offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £495k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP5 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00153903 (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 IP5 1AF. The average age is 47.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian3.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 372,500

2 sales · Mean £ 372,500

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

IP5 1AF has low crime rates — 9 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.

Violence and sexual offences12
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Heath Primary School, Kesgrave

Good611 pupils0.3 km
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Kesgrave High School

Good1884 pupils1.0 km
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Cedarwood Primary School

Good410 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • One Stop0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Chestnut & Rose0.8 km
  • TC Facilities Management (At Tesco)0.6 km
  • Kesgrave Kitchen0.0 km
  • Cafe 660.6 km
  • The Alishan Pavillion0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Kesgrave Fisheries0.5 km
  • Number 1 Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Beech Road Kebab Pizza House0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Bell Inn0.5 km
  • Kesgrave Social Club0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby Road3.6 km
  • Westerfield4.6 km
  • Ipswich Station6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Edmonton Road0.1 km
  • Edmonton Road0.1 km
  • Bell Lane0.3 km
  • Michigan Close0.3 km
  • Michigan Close0.4 km