Is IP22 1AP a safe place to live?

Yes, IP22 1AP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in IP22 1AP?

The average property price in IP22 1AP is currently around £495k.

What is the population of IP22 1AP?

The population for the IP22 1AP area is approximately 303 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

UPPER ROSE LANE, IP22 1AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER ROSE LANE, IP22 1AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

303

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

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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9/10

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6/10

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4/10

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3/10

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7/10

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4/10

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5/10

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4/10

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4/10

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Area Character

IP22 1AP has a significant social housing presence — 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 29.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP22 1AP is a safe, established residential area on Upper Rose Lane, 0.3km from Palgrave in Palgrave. Administratively it sits within Palgrave ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP22 1AP is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 35% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £495k, down 29.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP22 1AP are sourced from Output Area E00153234 (shared with 10 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 IP22 1AP. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 416,700

17 sales · Mean £ 431,129

Semi-Detached

£ 225,000

1 sales · Mean £ 225,000

Terraced

£ 181,250

2 sales · Mean £ 181,250

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

IP22 1AP has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5

Burglary2

Criminal damage and arson2

Other theft1

Public order1

school Local Schools

Palgrave Church of England Primary School

Good80 pupils0.2 km

Diss Church of England Junior Academy

Good209 pupils1.4 km

Diss Infant Academy and Nursery

Good137 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Imperial Wok1.0 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Roots Activities Ltd1.0 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

G Shurey And Son Butchers1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Diss1.4 km
Eccles Road15.2 km
Harling Road17.0 km

Bus Stops

Rose Lane Close0.1 km
Rose Lane Close0.1 km
Church0.2 km
Church0.2 km