Postcode Analysis East Suffolk, East of England

THE STREET, IP5 1DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE STREET, IP5 1DF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

305

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

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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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

IP5 1DF is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

IP5 1DF is a safe, established residential area on The Street, 0.2km from Rushmere Street in Rushmere St Andrew. Administratively it sits within Carlford & Fynn Valley ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.

For families considering a move, IP5 1DF represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IP5 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00154039 (shared with 19 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 IP5 1DF. The average age is 47.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

IP5 1DF has low crime rates — 13 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 offences8
Burglary2
Other theft2
Public order1

school Local Schools

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St Alban's Catholic High School

Good962 pupils1.5 km
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St Christopher's Academy

Good0 pupils1.5 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Cafe At Kiln Farm Nursery0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Derby Road3.3 km
  • Westerfield3.3 km
  • Ipswich Station5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The Chapel0.0 km
  • The Willows0.1 km
  • The Chestnuts0.2 km
  • The Chestnuts0.2 km
  • The Limes0.3 km