IP8 3AD is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Sproughton in Sproughton. Administratively it sits within Sproughton & Pinewood ward and the South Suffolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP8, IP8 3AD offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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.
Census 2021 statistics for IP8 3AD are sourced from Output Area E00152252 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IP8 3AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP8 3AD.
251
52
£ 49,100 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
IP8 3AD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 91% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP8 3AD. The average age is 52.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
IP8 3AD has low crime rates — 12 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.
school Local Schools
Sproughton Church of England Primary School
Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Sproughton Community Shop0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Mini Monsters Ipswich0.7 km
- Tea @The Shed0.5 km
- Starbucks0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ipswich Station3.3 km
- Westerfield4.9 km
- Derby Road5.8 km
Bus Stops
- Church Lane0.3 km
- Church Lane0.3 km
- Chestnut House0.3 km
- Chestnut House0.3 km
- School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP83AD · Data under Open Government Licence