Postcode Analysis Babergh, East of England

HIGH STREET, IP7 5AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, IP7 5AF.

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Population

248

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

IP7 5AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 59, 63% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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

IP7 5AF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on High Street in Hadleigh. Administratively it sits within Hadleigh South ward and the South Suffolk constituency.

For families considering a move, IP7 5AF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IP7 5AF are sourced from Output Area E00152325 (shared with 77 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 IP7 5AF. The average age is 58.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

IP7 5AF has low crime rates — 22 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 offences39
Criminal damage and arson9
Public order9
Anti-social behaviour8
Other theft8

school Local Schools

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Hadleigh Community Primary School

Good480 pupils0.3 km
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hadleigh

Good193 pupils0.5 km
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Hadleigh High School

Good758 pupils0.6 km
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Beaumont Community Primary School

Good130 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • The Bakers Oven0.1 km
  • Spar hadleigh0.6 km
  • Londis1.0 km
  • Adnams Cellar and Kitchen0.2 km
  • Ferguson's0.1 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Edge Hall0.2 km
  • Holbecks House B&B0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Eight Bells Inn0.5 km
  • Kings Head0.2 km
  • The Cock Inn0.4 km
  • The George0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Dynasty Oriental Cuisine0.4 km
  • St Mary's Cafe Church0.1 km
  • The Coffee Lounge0.3 km
  • The Flying Guardsman0.1 km
  • Tito's Ristorante, Italian & Pizzeria0.1 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Grays Takeaway0.7 km
  • Lennys0.3 km
  • Pizza Town0.2 km
  • Tudor chip shop0.2 km
  • Spice Indian Takeaway0.1 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manningtree12.2 km
  • Ipswich Station13.1 km
  • Mistley14.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Market Place0.0 km
  • Market Place0.1 km
  • Sydney Brown Court0.2 km
  • Sydney Brown Court0.2 km
  • Health Centre0.2 km