Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

WELLINGTON ROAD, IP23 7BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLINGTON ROAD, IP23 7BG.

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Population

268

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /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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3/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

IP23 7BG 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.

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

IP23 7BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Wellington Road, 0.7km from Langton Green in Eye (Mid Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Eye ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP23 7BG is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 51, 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. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £293k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP23 7BG are sourced from Output Area E00153161 (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 IP23 7BG. The average age is 51.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.2%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 240,000

5 sales · Mean £ 203,500

Semi-Detached

£ 333,250

4 sales · Mean £ 300,875

Detached

£ 288,000

1 sales · Mean £ 288,000

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

IP23 7BG has low crime rates — 31 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.

Violence and sexual offences35
Criminal damage and arson8
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour6
Shoplifting6

school Local Schools

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St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye

Good177 pupils0.2 km
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Hartismere School

Outstanding1034 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • The Tilting Sky Gift Shop0.2 km
  • David Dunnett Family Butcher0.2 km
  • The Tudor Bakehouse Ltd0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Ipswich & Norwich Co-op0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Eye Fish & Chips0.1 km
  • Lee's Cottage Chinese0.1 km
  • Pizza +0.3 km
  • New Happy House0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Queens Head0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Cocoa Mama0.2 km
  • Eyes Open CIC T/A The Bank Arts Cent0.3 km
  • Staff Canteen0.4 km
  • Cafeye0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Diss5.9 km
  • Stowmarket17.8 km
  • Elmswell18.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Town Hall0.1 km
  • Town Hall0.1 km
  • Primary School0.3 km
  • Primary School0.3 km
  • Vion Food0.3 km