IP4 4EQ is a safe, established residential area on Boston Road, 1.1km from California in Ipswich. Administratively it sits within St John's ward and the Ipswich constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £189k, up 3.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP4 4EQ are sourced from Output Area E00152926 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOSTON ROAD, IP4 4EQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOSTON ROAD, IP4 4EQ.
328
39
£ 46,600 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 39, IP4 4EQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 3.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP4 4EQ. The average age is 39.0. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 183,000
17 sales · Mean £ 178,735
Semi-Detached
£ 162,700
3 sales · Mean £ 166,066
Detached
£ 280,000
1 sales · Mean £ 280,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP4 4EQ has low crime rates — 20 incidents 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
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich
St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich
Sidegate Primary School
Parkside Academy
Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery
St Helen's Primary School
Britannia Primary School and Nursery
Northgate High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Duke Of York0.6 km
- The Old Times Public House0.4 km
- The Royal George Public House1.0 km
- 341-343 Woodbridge Road0.2 km
- Lattice Barn Public House0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Friendship0.5 km
- California Grill0.5 km
- City Friend0.9 km
- Eastern Spice0.2 km
- Evergreen0.3 km
- + 13 more
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- P J Mickelsen & Son0.3 km
- Victoria's Bakery0.2 km
- Mace Convenience Store0.9 km
- Spar Stores0.5 km
- Springs0.7 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Premier0.8 km
- East of England Co-op0.4 km
- East of England Co-op0.3 km
- Unwrapped & Refill0.4 km
- East of England Co-op0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- ADC Leisure Ltd0.7 km
- 213-215 Cauldwell Hall Road0.7 km
- Lattice Lodge0.2 km
- Lightfoot House0.7 km
- The Harp Free House & Guest House0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Ottoman0.4 km
- Little Beans Limited0.9 km
- Masha of India0.9 km
- Rushmere Golf Club0.9 km
- Taste Community Cafe0.2 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Derby Road1.3 km
- Westerfield2.4 km
- Ipswich Station2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Nelson Road0.1 km
- Nelson Road0.1 km
- Khartoum Road0.2 km
- Khartoum Road0.2 km
- Gordon Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP44EQ · Data under Open Government Licence