Postcode Analysis Babergh, East of England

BENTON STREET, IP7 5AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BENTON STREET, IP7 5AR.

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Population

254

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IP7 5AR combines high owner-occupation (71%), strong property values (£278k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

IP7 5AR is a sought-after residential area on Benton Street in Hadleigh. Administratively it sits within Hadleigh South ward and the South Suffolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP7, IP7 5AR offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 71% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £278k. 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 IP7 5AR are sourced from Output Area E00152338 (shared with 5 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 5AR. The average age is 50.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 250,000

13 sales · Mean £ 272,007

Detached

£ 270,750

4 sales · Mean £ 268,375

Semi-Detached

£ 225,000

6 sales · Mean £ 283,750

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

IP7 5AR has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences21
Public order6
Other theft4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Hadleigh Community Primary School

Good480 pupils0.2 km
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Hadleigh High School

Good758 pupils0.5 km
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hadleigh

Good193 pupils0.6 km
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Beaumont Community Primary School

Good130 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • The Bakers Oven0.5 km
  • Spar hadleigh0.9 km
  • Keith Avis Stationery Shop0.6 km
  • Fork Kitchen & Deli Ltd0.5 km
  • Adnams Cellar and Kitchen0.6 km
  • + 4 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 Inn0.8 km
  • Kings Head0.6 km
  • The Cock Inn0.7 km
  • The George0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Dynasty Oriental Cuisine0.8 km
  • St Mary's Cafe Church0.5 km
  • The Coffee Lounge0.6 km
  • The Flying Guardsman0.6 km
  • Tito's Ristorante, Italian & Pizzeria0.3 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Grays Takeaway1.0 km
  • Lennys0.7 km
  • Pizza Town0.6 km
  • Tudor chip shop0.6 km
  • Hadleigh Fast Food0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manningtree11.8 km
  • Ipswich Station12.9 km
  • Mistley13.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Clopton Gardens0.2 km
  • Clopton Gardens0.3 km
  • Sydney Brown Court0.3 km
  • Sydney Brown Court0.3 km
  • Highlands Road0.4 km