187,430TOTAL POPULATION
81,222HOUSEHOLDS
6.2%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£41,080AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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IP1 POSTCODE REGION

Ipswich (IP1)

The IP1 postcode area is located in the Ipswich postcode town region, within the county of Suffolk, and contains a total of 1785 individual postcodes.

There are 4 electoral wards in the IP1 postcode area, including Aldeburgh, Brandon, Bury St Edmunds, Diss, Eye, Felixstowe, Halesworth, Harleston, Ipswich, Leiston, Saxmundham, Southwold, Stowmarket, Thetford, Woodbridge which come under the local authority of the Ipswich Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 18% of people in IP1 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of IP1 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The IP1 postcode is located in the town of Ipswich, which is in the Suffolk Coastal region of the county of Suffolk, in the East of England. This postcode area straddles an area between the historic centre of Ipswich, and the nearby suburbs and villages. It is bordered to the north by Felixstowe and the A14, to the west by Woodbridge, to the east by the River Orwell, and to the south by Kesgrave, Rushmere and the A12.

The IP1 postcode is home to many shops, businesses, places of entertainment and leisure, as well as a bustling nightlife. Some famous landmarks in the IP1 area include the historic Christchurch Mansion, the Ipswich Corn Exchange, the University of Suffolk and even an ancient Roman villa. Notable places of worship include St Mary at the Quay and Holy Trinity Ipswich churches. There are also a number of parks and green areas, such as Christchurch Park, Holywells Park, and a number of golf courses.

The IP1 postcode is well connected and served by a variety of road and rail services. The town centre is easily accessible by car, bike or public transport, with Ipswich station being a major transport node. The M25 is a short drive away, providing direct access to London, Stansted airport and the rest of the UK. An extensive network of bus services also links the IP1 postcode to nearby towns and cities, as well as outlying villages and rural areas.

Ipswich is quickly growing in popularity, with the IP1 postcode becoming increasingly sought-after as a place to live, work and play. With attractive house prices, convenient amenities and transport links, plus local attractions and amenities, it is easy to see why the IP1 postcode is becoming so popular. Recent years have seen a surge of investment in the area, with a number of new businesses, housing developments and leisure facilities being established. With this investment, the area looks set to continue its growth and development.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 87%WORKING
  • 13%UNEMPLOYED

13% of people in IP1 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 18%AB
  • 50%C2/C2
  • 32%DE

According to census records, 18% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 81%WHITE
  • 19%NON-WHITE

81% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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IP1Suffolk

Suffolk

The county of Suffolk

IP1 is located in the county of Suffolk, in England.

Suffolk has a total population of 745,300, making it the 32nd largest county in the UK.

Suffolk has a total area of 1500 square miles, and a population density of 196 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Suffolk Postal Town Map
Outward CodeIP1
Postal TownIpswich
MSOA NameIpswich 007
LSOA NameIpswich 007F
CountySuffolk
RegionSuffolk
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityIpswich
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

IP1 Electoral Wards

The postal region of IP1, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Akenham
Castle Hill
Westbourne
Westerfield
Whitton
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