IP17 1AP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on North Entrance, 0.4km from Saxmundham in Saxmundham. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.
For families considering a move, IP17 1AP represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An established, mature community with an average age of 55 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00154057 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTH ENTRANCE, IP17 1AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH ENTRANCE, IP17 1AP.
230
55
£ 40,500 /yr
40%
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
IP17 1AP is a settled retirement community — average age 55, 81% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP17 1AP. The average age is 55.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP17 1AP has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Saxmundham Primary School
Set Saxmundham School
Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Get Stuffed0.2 km
- Saxon Wines0.2 km
- The Original Factory Shop0.5 km
- CandyHeaven0.2 km
- IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.3 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Costa0.5 km
- Jinny's Cafe0.2 km
- Pear Tree Cafe0.6 km
- Pizzeria Locale0.2 km
- The Gannon Rooms Charity0.3 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Trawlers Catch0.2 km
- Mandarin House0.2 km
- Golden Fish Bar0.5 km
- Pita0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Queens Head Inn0.4 km
- Railway Tavern0.3 km
- Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saxmundham0.3 km
- Darsham6.5 km
- Wickham Market9.7 km
Bus Stops
- Lambsale Meadow0.1 km
- Lambsale Meadow0.1 km
- Street Farm Road0.1 km
- ECOC Garage0.1 km
- Street Farm Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: IP171AP · Data under Open Government Licence