Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

OLD RECTORY MEWS, IP6 0DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD RECTORY MEWS, IP6 0DF.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 45,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates IP6 0DF — age 47, 78% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

IP6 0DF is a sought-after residential area on Old Rectory Mews, 0.1km from Claydon in Claydon. Administratively it sits within Claydon & Barham ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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 £200k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP6 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00153127 (shared with 8 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 IP6 0DF. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 195,000

11 sales · Mean £ 209,500

Detached

£ 523,750

2 sales · Mean £ 523,750

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

IP6 0DF has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences16
Burglary5
Other theft5
Vehicle crime4
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Claydon Primary School

Good478 pupils0.2 km
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Claydon High School

Good770 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • One Stop and Post Office0.2 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Claydon Hotel0.2 km
  • Premier Inn Ipswich North0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Freshfills0.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Claydon Chippy0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Claydon Greyhound0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Westerfield4.8 km
  • Ipswich Station6.7 km
  • Needham Market6.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Tollgate Court0.1 km
  • Tollgate Court0.1 km
  • The Greyhound0.2 km
  • York Crescent0.2 km
  • York Crescent0.2 km