Rectory Lane is in Kirton, Ipswich and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP10 0PY is located in the Orwell & Villages electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Lane, Kirton, Ipswich, IP10 0PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP10 0PX, IP10 0PZ, IP10 0NY, IP10 0PU, IP10 0PA, IP10 0PP, IP10 0NP, IP10 0NX, IP10 0PT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP10 0PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.5% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.5% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of IP10 0PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 15.2% | 17.9% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68% | 59.8% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 9.8% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 10.7% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 | 45.4% | 41.6% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 44% | 40.1% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 12.5% | 4.0% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 16.4% | 13.2% | -3.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 12.8% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15.7% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.8% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 15.7% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.2% | 31.5% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 4.8% | 4.3% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98% | 98.5% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 95.2% | 92.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 93.1% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 5.8% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.6% | 37.2% | -3.6% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Lane was 14.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.0% lower than the Western Felixstowe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rectory Lane has the 8th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Western Felixstowe and the 151st lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Rectory Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2024-11-22 | £486,915 |
| 28 Rectory Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2023-01-26 | £482,970 |
| 7 Rectory Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2022-02-23 | £574,561 |
| 41 Rectory Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £313,000 | 2021-06-18 | £343,864 |
| 34 Rectory Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2021-02-19 | £503,723 |
IP10 0PY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP10 0PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trimley St Martin Primary School Kirton Road , Trimley St Martin IP11 0QL | 3out of 4 | 1,292 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trimley St Mary Primary School High Road , Trimley St Mary IP11 0ST | 3out of 4 | 3,598 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bucklesham Primary School Main Road , Bucklesham IP10 0AX | 3out of 4 | 3,748 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SET Causton Maidstone Road , IP11 9ED | 3out of 4 | 4,743 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SET Maidstone Maidstone Road , IP11 9EG | 3out of 4 | 5,149 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe School High Street , IP11 9QR | 1out of 4 | 4,543 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Artisan Smokehouse | Goose Barn, Back Road | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kirton & Falkenham Bowls Club | Bowls Club Rear Of, Village Hall | 523 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kirton & Falkenham Recreation Ground KIRTON & FALKENHAM RECREATION GROUND KIRTON & FALKENHAM RECREATION GROUND GUSTON GARDENS | grass pitches | 629 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 | 97.4% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.