Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

IP17 1AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP17 1AA.

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Population

448

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 40,500 /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: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 42, IP17 1AA has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

IP17 1AA is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Saxmundham in Saxmundham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.

Within the IP17 district, this postcode is characterised by a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1AA are sourced from Output Area E00187918 (shared with 77 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 IP17 1AA. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.2%
Asian / British Asian3.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

IP17 1AA has low crime rates — 48 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 offences65
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson12
Shoplifting8
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Saxmundham Primary School

Good255 pupils0.6 km
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Set Saxmundham School

Inadequate258 pupils0.7 km
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Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good164 pupils1.2 km
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Benhall St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good85 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Get Stuffed0.1 km
  • Saxon Wines0.1 km
  • The Original Factory Shop0.3 km
  • CandyHeaven0.1 km
  • IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.2 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Costa0.3 km
  • Jinny's Cafe0.1 km
  • Pear Tree Cafe0.7 km
  • Pizzeria Locale0.1 km
  • The Gannon Rooms Charity0.2 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Trawlers Catch0.1 km
  • Mandarin House0.1 km
  • Golden Fish Bar0.4 km
  • Pita0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Queens Head Inn0.2 km
  • Railway Tavern0.3 km
  • Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saxmundham0.2 km
  • Darsham6.6 km
  • Wickham Market9.6 km

Bus Stops

  • ECOC Garage0.1 km
  • Street Farm Road0.1 km
  • Street Farm Road0.1 km
  • Entrance10.2 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km