IP7 5AT 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 5AT offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £281k, down 2.8% year-on-year. 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 5AT are sourced from Output Area E00152338 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BENTON STREET, IP7 5AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BENTON STREET, IP7 5AT.
254
50
£ 44,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. IP7 5AT's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £281k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 2.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP7 5AT. 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
Economic Activity
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
£ 235,000
15 sales · Mean £ 265,340
Semi-Detached
£ 212,000
7 sales · Mean £ 288,928
Detached
£ 582,500
2 sales · Mean £ 582,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP7 5AT has low crime rates — 14 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.
school Local Schools
Hadleigh Community Primary School
Hadleigh High School
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hadleigh
Beaumont Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Edge Hall0.2 km
- Holbecks House B&B0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Eight Bells Inn0.8 km
- Kings Head0.6 km
- The Cock Inn0.7 km
- The George0.5 km
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
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
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Postcode Profile: IP75AT · Data under Open Government Licence