IP1 1AF is an up-and-coming urban area on Wolsey Street, 0.3km from Ipswich in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Alexandra ward and the Ipswich constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, IP1 1AF is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — major retail centres of national and regional significance. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Ipswich.
Safety: Crime rates are high (274 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 0.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP1 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00170846 (shared with 1060 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOLSEY STREET, IP1 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOLSEY STREET, IP1 1AF.
204
41
£ 42,700 /yr
48%
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
IP1 1AF has a significant social housing presence — 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP1 1AF. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 143,000
17 sales · Mean £ 140,154
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near IP1 1AF are high at 274 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich
St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich
Westbridge Academy
Hillside Primary School
St Helen's Primary School
Handford Hall Primary School
Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy
Ranelagh Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
72 nearby- Helenka Mini Market0.9 km
- Premier Express Spurdens Convienience Store1.0 km
- The Bushel Box Ltd0.9 km
- Uni Shop0.8 km
- Cafe Bonbon0.3 km
- + 67 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
12 nearby- Aramark0.7 km
- Genesis Housing Association1.0 km
- Salthouse Harbour Hotel0.7 km
- The Dove Bed and Breakfast1.0 km
- Travelodge1.0 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
34 nearby- Isaacs0.7 km
- Lord Nelson Public House0.7 km
- The County0.8 km
- The Dove Street Inn0.9 km
- Halberd Inn0.6 km
- + 29 more
Restaurant, Cafe
167 nearby- Bistro On The Quay0.7 km
- Paddy and Scott's Cafe Ltd0.9 km
- Survivors in Transition0.7 km
- The Forge Kitchen1.0 km
- The Hold Cafe0.9 km
- + 162 more
Takeaway Shop
46 nearby- Antalya Grill1.0 km
- Mizu Takeaway0.4 km
- The Kiosk0.7 km
- City Grill / City Pizza0.7 km
- Gourmet Burgers0.6 km
- + 41 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- East of England Co-op0.6 km
- Iceland0.5 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Marks & Spencer0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ipswich Station0.6 km
- Derby Road2.2 km
- Westerfield3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Cardinal Park Cinema0.1 km
- Cardinal Park Cinema0.1 km
- Willis Building0.2 km
- Willis Building0.2 km
- Willis Building0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP11AF · Data under Open Government Licence