Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

SOUTH ENTRANCE, IP17 1DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH ENTRANCE, IP17 1DG.

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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

IP17 1DG is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £379k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 195.9% year-on-year.

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

IP17 1DG is a safe, established residential area on South Entrance, 0.1km from Saxmundham in Saxmundham. Administratively it sits within Saxmundham ward and the Suffolk Coastal constituency.

For families considering a move, IP17 1DG represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £379k, up 195.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP17 1DG 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 1DG. 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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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 390,000

5 sales · Mean £ 414,000

Detached

£ 655,000

2 sales · Mean £ 655,000

Terraced

£ 227,500

4 sales · Mean £ 253,750

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

Crime around IP17 1DG is moderate at 52 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 offences56
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson9
Shoplifting8
Drugs5

school Local Schools

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Set Saxmundham School

Inadequate258 pupils0.6 km
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Saxmundham Primary School

Good255 pupils0.8 km
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Benhall St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good85 pupils1.1 km
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Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good164 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Get Stuffed0.3 km
  • Saxon Wines0.3 km
  • The Original Factory Shop0.1 km
  • CandyHeaven0.3 km
  • IP17GNS (Community Pantry)0.3 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Bell Hotel Saxmundham0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

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

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Trawlers Catch0.3 km
  • Mandarin House0.3 km
  • Golden Fish Bar0.0 km
  • Pita0.4 km
local_bar

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

  • Saxmundham0.3 km
  • Darsham7.0 km
  • Wickham Market9.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Chantry Road0.1 km
  • Chantry Road0.1 km
  • Waitrose0.1 km
  • Waitrose0.2 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km