IP15 5DS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Aldeburgh in Aldeburgh. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Aldeburgh & Leiston ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.
Within the IP15 district, this postcode is characterised by a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 65) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for IP15 5DS are sourced from Output Area E00153728 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IP15 5DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP15 5DS.
164
65
£ 38,500 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP15 5DS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 78% owner-occupation and an average age of 65, IP15 5DS is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP15 5DS. The average age is 65.1. 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 2026-02)
IP15 5DS has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Aldeburgh Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Aldeburgh Cinema0.2 km
- Aldeburgh Fresh Fish Company0.2 km
- Aldeburgh Pharmacy0.3 km
- Ash Smoked Fishes0.2 km
- Baggott And Son Ltd0.4 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Beech House Bed & Breakfast0.9 km
- The Brudenell Hotel0.8 km
- Toll House Accommodation Ltd0.7 km
- Wentworth Hotel0.2 km
- White Lion Hotel0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Cross Keys0.2 km
- Railway Inn0.7 km
- White Hart Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Thai Street Cafe0.3 km
- The Chocolate Teapot0.2 km
- Munchies0.5 km
- Prezzo0.4 km
- The Lighthouse Restaurant0.2 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldeburgh East Of England Co Op0.3 km
- East Of England Co Op0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Aldeburgh Fish And Chip Shop0.7 km
- Delphine's0.2 km
- Golden Galleon0.3 km
- Rising Sun0.6 km
- Wood Fired Pizza0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saxmundham10.2 km
- Wickham Market14.0 km
- Darsham14.2 km
Bus Stops
- Wentworth0.0 km
- Wentworth0.0 km
- Cinema0.1 km
- Cinema0.1 km
- Aldehouse Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP155DS · Data under Open Government Licence