IP6 0DF is a sought-after residential area on Old Rectory Mews, 0.1km from Claydon in Claydon. Administratively it sits within Claydon & Barham ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £200k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP6 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00153127 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD RECTORY MEWS, IP6 0DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD RECTORY MEWS, IP6 0DF.
302
47
£ 45,500 /yr
52%
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
No single demographic signal dominates IP6 0DF — age 47, 78% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP6 0DF. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 195,000
11 sales · Mean £ 209,500
Detached
£ 523,750
2 sales · Mean £ 523,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP6 0DF 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.
school Local Schools
Claydon Primary School
Claydon High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- One Stop and Post Office0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Claydon Hotel0.2 km
- Premier Inn Ipswich North0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Freshfills0.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Claydon Chippy0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Claydon Greyhound0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Westerfield4.8 km
- Ipswich Station6.7 km
- Needham Market6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Tollgate Court0.1 km
- Tollgate Court0.1 km
- The Greyhound0.2 km
- York Crescent0.2 km
- York Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP60DF · Data under Open Government Licence