IP1 1AX is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.5km from Ipswich in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Alexandra ward and the Ipswich constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, IP1 1AX is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, major retail centres of national and regional significance. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 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 (162 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for IP1 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00170846 (shared with 1060 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IP1 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP1 1AX.
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
Social renting makes up 38% of tenure in IP1 1AX — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. 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 1AX. 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
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near IP1 1AX are high at 162 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
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich
Hillside Primary School
Westbridge Academy
St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich
St Helen's Primary School
Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy
Halifax Primary School
Ranelagh Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
67 nearby- Helenka Mini Market0.9 km
- Premier Express Spurdens Convienience Store1.0 km
- The Bushel Box Ltd0.9 km
- Uni Shop0.8 km
- Cafe Bonbon0.5 km
- + 62 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- Aramark0.7 km
- Salthouse Harbour Hotel0.7 km
- Travelodge1.0 km
- Selig Suffolk Trust0.7 km
- The Station Hotel0.3 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
32 nearby- Isaacs0.6 km
- Lord Nelson Public House0.7 km
- The County0.8 km
- The Dove Street Inn1.0 km
- Halberd Inn0.8 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
167 nearby- Bistro On The Quay0.6 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
Supermarkets
5 nearby- East of England Co-op0.5 km
- Iceland0.6 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Marks & Spencer0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
41 nearby- Mizu Takeaway0.5 km
- The Kiosk0.8 km
- City Grill / City Pizza0.7 km
- Gourmet Burgers0.7 km
- Bang Burger0.7 km
- + 36 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ipswich Station0.5 km
- Derby Road2.2 km
- Westerfield3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Cardinal Park Cinema0.0 km
- Cardinal Park Cinema0.0 km
- Cardinal Park Cinema0.1 km
- St Peter's Hall0.2 km
- St Clare House0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP11AX · Data under Open Government Licence