Postcode Analysis Babergh, East of England

KING EDWARD VII DRIVE, IP9 1QR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KING EDWARD VII DRIVE, IP9 1QR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

286

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 47,000 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP9 1QR represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IP9 1QR combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£619k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 22.6% year-on-year.

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

IP9 1QR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on King Edward Vii Drive, 0.4km from Shotley Gate in Shotley Gate. Administratively it sits within Ganges ward and the South Suffolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP9, IP9 1QR offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £619k, up 22.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP9 1QR are sourced from Output Area E00152224 (shared with 8 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 IP9 1QR. The average age is 50.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 612,500

14 sales · Mean £ 599,500

Detached

£ 595,000

2 sales · Mean £ 595,000

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

IP9 1QR has low crime rates — 10 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 offences4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Shipwreck Bar0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harwich International1.2 km
  • Harwich International1.2 km
  • Harwich Town1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Bristol Arms0.2 km
  • Caledonia Road0.4 km
  • Caledonia Road0.4 km
  • Marina0.4 km