Postcode Analysis Babergh, East of England

RED HOUSE COTTAGES, IP8 3AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RED HOUSE COTTAGES, IP8 3AU.

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Population

273

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 49,100 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP8 3AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

No single demographic signal dominates IP8 3AU — age 39, 86% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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

IP8 3AU is a mixed residential area on Red House Cottages, 0.9km from Elton Park in Babergh. Administratively it sits within Copdock & Washbrook ward and the South Suffolk constituency.

For families considering a move, IP8 3AU represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.



Census 2021 statistics for IP8 3AU are sourced from Output Area E00152249 (shared with 29 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 IP8 3AU. The average age is 39.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.4%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean4.1%
Other / Mixed3.7%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 49%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

school Local Schools

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Sproughton Church of England Primary School

Good105 pupils0.7 km
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Sprites Primary Academy

Good353 pupils1.3 km
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The Oaks Primary School

Outstanding452 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Premier Inn Ipswich Chantry Park0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • First Strokes0.5 km
  • Milk Shed Cafe0.6 km
  • Starbucks1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Beagle0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ipswich Station2.7 km
  • Westerfield5.1 km
  • Derby Road5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Larchwood Close0.4 km
  • Larchwood Close0.4 km