Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

CROWN PLACE, IP12 1BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROWN PLACE, IP12 1BU.

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Population

231

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP12 1BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 59, IP12 1BU is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £419k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 31.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP12 1BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Crown Place, 0.6km from Mill Hills in Woodbridge. Administratively it sits within Woodbridge ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.

For families considering a move, IP12 1BU represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 59) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £419k, up 31.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP12 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00154061 (shared with 16 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 IP12 1BU. The average age is 58.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 387,500

6 sales · Mean £ 447,769

Terraced

£ 371,000

2 sales · Mean £ 371,000

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

IP12 1BU has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences41
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson11
Shoplifting11
Other theft8

school Local Schools

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Woodbridge Primary School

Good207 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Woodbridge

Good199 pupils0.9 km
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Farlingaye High School

Good1929 pupils1.4 km
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Kyson Primary School

Good410 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • M&Co0.2 km
  • Woodbridge Tide Mill Trust0.1 km
  • Adnams Wine Cellar & Kitchen Store0.2 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
  • COOK0.3 km
  • + 15 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Crown Hotel0.2 km
  • Hill House Hall0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • A Listers0.1 km
  • Angel Inn0.5 km
  • Kings Head Inn0.4 km
  • The Anchor0.1 km
  • The Masonic Hall0.3 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • St John's Church (events)0.3 km
  • Bistro@47a0.3 km
  • Blue Salt0.3 km
  • Castle Kitchen0.6 km
  • Christine's Patisserie & Sucoca0.2 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • East of England Co-op0.6 km
  • McColls0.1 km
  • East of England Co-op0.6 km
  • East Of England Co Op0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • The Sandwich Shop0.2 km
  • Wok It0.2 km
  • Yildiz 2019 Ltd0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Woodbridge0.2 km
  • Melton1.9 km
  • Wickham Market8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodbridge Rail Station0.1 km
  • Entrance10.2 km
  • Deben Pool0.2 km
  • Entrance20.2 km
  • The Crown0.2 km