IP6 0BQ is a sought-after residential area on Bacon Road, 0.4km from Claydon in Claydon. Administratively it sits within Claydon & Barham ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP6, IP6 0BQ offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £261k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for IP6 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00153125 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BACON ROAD, IP6 0BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BACON ROAD, IP6 0BQ.
412
44
£ 45,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. IP6 0BQ's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £261k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP6 0BQ. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 280,000
4 sales · Mean £ 282,250
Semi-Detached
£ 342,000
1 sales · Mean £ 342,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP6 0BQ has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Claydon Primary School
Claydon High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- One Stop and Post Office0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Claydon Hotel0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Freshfills0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Claydon Chippy0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Claydon Greyhound0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Westerfield4.9 km
- Needham Market6.7 km
- Ipswich Station6.9 km
Bus Stops
- York Crescent0.1 km
- York Crescent0.1 km
- Edinburgh Gardens0.2 km
- Edinburgh Gardens0.2 km
- Tollgate Court0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP60BQ · Data under Open Government Licence