Postcode Analysis Babergh, East of England

IP7 5BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP7 5BF.

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Population

351

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 44,800 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: IP7 5BF falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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3/10
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1/10
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Area Character

IP7 5BF has a significant social housing presence — 48% 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

IP7 5BF is a safe, established residential area located 1.3km from Stone Street in Hadleigh. Administratively it sits within Hadleigh South ward and the South Suffolk constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP7 5BF 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IP7 5BF are sourced from Output Area E00152333 (shared with 6 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 IP7 5BF. The average age is 36.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

IP7 5BF 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 offences68
Criminal damage and arson16
Shoplifting12
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order6

school Local Schools

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Beaumont Community Primary School

Good130 pupils0.4 km
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hadleigh

Good193 pupils0.6 km
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Hadleigh Community Primary School

Good480 pupils0.9 km
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Hadleigh High School

Good758 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • The Bakers Oven0.5 km
  • Spar hadleigh0.4 km
  • Londis0.7 km
  • Adnams Cellar and Kitchen0.5 km
  • Keith Avis Stationery Shop0.5 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Edge Hall0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Eight Bells Inn0.3 km
  • Kings Head0.5 km
  • The Cock Inn0.4 km
  • The George0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Dynasty Oriental Cuisine0.3 km
  • St Mary's Cafe Church0.6 km
  • The Coffee Lounge0.5 km
  • The Flying Guardsman0.5 km
  • Tito's Ristorante, Italian & Pizzeria0.7 km
  • + 7 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Grays Takeaway0.4 km
  • Lennys0.3 km
  • Pizza Town0.5 km
  • Tudor chip shop0.5 km
  • Hadleigh Fast Food0.5 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Manningtree12.7 km
  • Ipswich Station13.1 km
  • Needham Market13.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Morrisons0.0 km
  • Morrisons0.1 km
  • Meadows Way0.2 km
  • Meadows Way0.2 km
  • Bradfield Crescent0.3 km