IP2 0EB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Elton Park in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within Gipping ward and the Ipswich constituency.
The people who live in IP2 0EB are typical of a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. Outside of residential hours, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Ipswich.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 96 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for IP2 0EB are sourced from Output Area E00152813 (shared with 35 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IP2 0EB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP2 0EB.
460
34
£ 38,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP2 0EB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. IP2 0EB spans multiple life stages — average age 34, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (34) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP2 0EB. The average age is 33.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IP2 0EB is above average at 96 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ranelagh Primary School
Handford Hall Primary School
Westbridge Academy
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School, Ipswich
Springfield Infant School and Nursery
Springfield Junior School
St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich
Stone Lodge Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Blossom Rose's Cakes & K Ltd0.9 km
- Daily Fresh0.9 km
- Europe Ipswich Market Ltd0.9 km
- European Mini Market Ltd0.7 km
- Halal Connection0.9 km
- + 23 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Kingsley House Hotel0.4 km
- YMCA Trinity Group0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Brewers Arms Public House1.0 km
- St Judes Tavern1.0 km
- The Mermaid Public House0.2 km
- Earl Kitchener Public House0.2 km
- Rosary Conservative Club0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Cafe Carla0.9 km
- Cafe Central0.9 km
- Constable Restaurant0.9 km
- D'sauce0.8 km
- Kings Keba b0.9 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Lidl0.3 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- East of England Co-op1.0 km
- Farmfoods Ltd0.7 km
- Sainsbury's Superstore0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Blue Sky Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Fortune Cookie0.8 km
- Ipswich Kebab0.6 km
- Massala0.6 km
- PFK Takeaway0.8 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ipswich Station1.2 km
- Westerfield3.5 km
- Derby Road3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- McDonald's0.1 km
- Suffolk Retail Park0.3 km
- Suffolk Retail Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP20EB · Data under Open Government Licence