Postcode Analysis Babergh, East of England

INKERMAN CLOSE, IP7 5BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for INKERMAN CLOSE, IP7 5BN.

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Population

248

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

45%

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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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
workEmployment
2/10
diversity_3Diversity
7/10
paymentsAffluence
4/10
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6/10
homeHome Ownership
2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

IP7 5BN has a significant social housing presence — 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

home £371,000 median price shield Safety 6/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP7 5BN is a safe, established residential area on Inkerman Close in Hadleigh. Administratively it sits within Hadleigh South ward and the South Suffolk constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP7 5BN is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 43% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £371k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP7 5BN are sourced from Output Area E00152323 (shared with 4 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 5BN. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 170,000

3 sales · Mean £ 228,666

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

IP7 5BN has low crime rates — 29 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 offences66
Criminal damage and arson14
Public order13
Shoplifting13
Anti-social behaviour11

school Local Schools

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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hadleigh

Good193 pupils0.4 km
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Hadleigh Community Primary School

Good480 pupils0.5 km
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Hadleigh High School

Good758 pupils0.6 km
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Beaumont Community Primary School

Good130 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • The Bakers Oven0.2 km
  • Spar hadleigh0.3 km
  • Londis0.7 km
  • Adnams Cellar and Kitchen0.2 km
  • Ferguson's0.2 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Edge Hall0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

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

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Dynasty Oriental Cuisine0.3 km
  • St Mary's Cafe Church0.3 km
  • The Coffee Lounge0.1 km
  • The Flying Guardsman0.2 km
  • Tito's Ristorante, Italian & Pizzeria0.4 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Grays Takeaway0.4 km
  • Lennys0.1 km
  • Pizza Town0.2 km
  • Tudor chip shop0.2 km
  • Spice Indian Takeaway0.2 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manningtree12.4 km
  • Ipswich Station13.0 km
  • Needham Market14.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Bus Station0.1 km
  • Bus Station0.1 km
  • Bus Station0.1 km
  • Bus Station0.1 km
  • Market Place0.2 km