Thurleston Lane is in Ipswich and in Mid Suffolk district. IP1 6TH is located in the Claydon & Barham 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 Thurleston Lane, Ipswich, IP1 6TH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP1 6TH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 60.1% | 54.9% | -5.2% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 39.9% | 45.1% | 5.2% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 23.8% | 31.9% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 35.6% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -8.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 12.5% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 28.5% | 19.4% | -9.1% | 6.1% | 13.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 28.6% | 36.4% | 7.8% | 48.4% | -12.0% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 31.8% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 29.8% | 29.5% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 16.8% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 2.3% | -7.2% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.1% | 25.6% | -13.5% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 12.5% | 3.2% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 10.6% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 6.3% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 16.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 24.4% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94% | 93.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 91.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 91.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 91.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.6% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.9% | 76.7% | -10.8% |
| Germany | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 29.5% | 13.5% | 16.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thurleston Lane was 47.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.8% higher than the Blakenham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thurleston Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Blakenham and the 85th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Rise Hall Cottage Thurleston Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-08-30 | £304,192 |
| The Bungalow Thurleston Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £374,000 | 2008-08-01 | £641,234 |
| Meadow Hill Thurleston Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2008-03-11 | £621,694 |
| Meadow Hill Thurleston Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2001-12-24 | £605,744 |
| 2 Rise Hall Cottage Thurleston Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,500 | 2000-03-07 | £276,175 |
IP1 6TH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP1 6TH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Chesterfield Drive , IP1 6DW | 4out of 4 | 1,730 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beeches Community Primary School Shakespeare Road , IP1 6ET | 3out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill Infant School Dryden Road , IP1 6QD | 3out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill Junior School Dryden Road , IP1 6QD | 2out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Pancras Catholic Primary School Stratford Road , IP1 6EF | 3out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dale Hall Community Primary School Dale Hall Lane , IP1 4LX | 3out of 4 | 1,913 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Endeavour Academy Defoe Road , IP1 6SG | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne Academy Marlow Road , IP1 5JN | 3out of 4 | 2,148 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Claydon High School Church Lane , Claydon IP6 0EG | 3out of 4 | 2,381 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate High School Sidegate Lane West , IP4 3DL | 3out of 4 | 4,165 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 | 4,887 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Wolsey Ormiston Academy Defoe Road , IP1 6SG | 4out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Meadows Montessori School 32 Larchcroft Road , IP1 6AR | - not rated | 1,839 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Liberty Lodge Independent School 23 - 25 Waterloo Road , IP1 2NY | - not rated | 3,206 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipswich School Henley Road , IP1 3SG | - not rated | 3,393 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbridge Academy London Road , IP1 2HE | 3out of 4 | 3,654 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| EQUANS Ltd | Sizewell B, Sizewell Power Station | 333 yd | |
| Fairview Farm | Fairview Farm Enterprises Ltd Fairview (at Bower, Thurleston Lane | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Endeavour Academy DEFOE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Thomas Wolsey School DEFOE ROAD | swimming pool | 627 yd |
| Whitton Sports Centre WHITTON CHURCH LANE | artificial grass pitch, cycling, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 741 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.