Bramford Lane is in Ipswich and in Ipswich district. IP1 5BS is located in the Whitehouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Suffolk and North Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bramford Lane, Ipswich, IP1 5BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP1 5BU, IP1 5DH, IP1 5BP, IP1 5ES, IP1 5BZ, IP1 5DD, IP1 5EP, IP1 5BT, IP1 5EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP1 5BS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 49.1% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 50.4% | 50.9% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.8% | 39.6% | -0.2% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 41.8% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 3.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 12.1% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.3% | 36.9% | -11.4% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 43.8% | 9.9% | 33.6% | 10.2% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 17.5% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 23.9% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 13.9% | 4.5% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 14.4% | -5.5% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 9.4% | 6.8% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.2% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 17.8% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -16.0% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 91.7% | 87.6% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 6.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 85.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 85.3% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 11% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 84.9% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6.4% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.4% | 76.7% | -12.3% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Lithuania | 3.2% | 0.3% | 2.9% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 4.1% | 0.9% | 3.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 24.2% | 13.5% | 10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 11.1% | 6.0% | 5.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bramford Lane was 61.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.4% lower than the Whitehouse average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Bramford Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Whitehouse and the 206th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Ipswich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 353 Bramford Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-10-31 | £177,172 |
| 367 Bramford Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-10-20 | £172,110 |
| 305 Bramford Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-12-09 | £235,200 |
| 321 Bramford Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-09-14 | £222,503 |
| 327 Bramford Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-06-22 | £190,975 |
IP1 5BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Chesterfield Drive , IP1 6DW | 4out of 4 | 842 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield Infant School and Nursery 11 Wesley Way , IP1 4PP | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield Junior School Kitchener Road , IP1 4DT | 4out of 4 | 654 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitehouse Community Primary School Marlow Road , IP1 5JN | - not rated | 671 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pancras Catholic Primary School Stratford Road , IP1 6EF | 3out of 4 | 1,189 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beeches Community Primary School Shakespeare Road , IP1 6ET | 3out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westbourne Academy Marlow Road , IP1 5JN | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Endeavour Academy Defoe Road , IP1 6SG | 3out of 4 | 2,032 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chantry Academy Mallard Way , IP2 9LR | 3out of 4 | 3,099 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | 2out of 4 | 3,744 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate High School Sidegate Lane West , IP4 3DL | 3out of 4 | 4,116 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk New College Rope Walk , IP4 1LT | - not rated | 3,479 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| One Sixth Form College Scrivener Drive , Pinewood IP8 3SU | - not rated | 3,578 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Lodge Independent School 23 - 25 Waterloo Road , IP1 2NY | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Wolsey Ormiston Academy Defoe Road , IP1 6SG | 4out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows Montessori School 32 Larchcroft Road , IP1 6AR | - not rated | 1,449 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbridge Academy London Road , IP1 2HE | 3out of 4 | 1,712 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipswich School Henley Road , IP1 3SG | - not rated | 2,059 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Chicken and Pizza | 279 Norwich Road, Ipswich | 809 yd | |
| Silver Birch Care Home | 3 Europa Way, Ipswich | 884 yd | |
| Friday Friends Cafe | Whitehouse Baptist Church, Waterford Road | 941 yd | |
| Al's Cafe | 8 Meredith Road, Ipswich | 1,045 yd | |
| Bekash Tandoori | 10 Meredith Road, Ipswich | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk Punch Public House | The Suffolk Punch Public House, 429 Norwich Road | 439 yd | |
| Norbridge Social Club | 415 Norwich Road, Ipswich | 510 yd | |
| The Flying Horse Public House | Flying Horse Public House, 4 Waterford Road | 892 yd | |
| Rosary Conservative Club | 172 Bramford Road, Ipswich | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Fish Bar | 378 Bramford Road, Ipswich | 318 yd | |
| East Cottage | 483 Bramford Lane, Ipswich | 466 yd | |
| Tim Lee Take Away | 155 Bramford Lane, Ipswich | 628 yd | |
| D 'N' S Fish & Chips | 675 Bramford Road, Ipswich | 676 yd | |
| Frydays | 285 Norwich Road, Ipswich | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 201-203 Bramford Lane | 503 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | Tesco, 293 Norwich Road | 773 yd | |
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 19-21 Ulster Avenue | 906 yd | |
| Morrisons | Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited Morrisons, Boss Hall Road | 910 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 1 Europa Way, Ipswich | 1,029 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westbourne Academy Marlow Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 585 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 78.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.