Haven Exchange South is in Felixstowe and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP11 2QE is located in the Western Felixstowe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 2005-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Haven Exchange South, Felixstowe, IP11 2QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP11 3QE, IP11 2PL, IP11 2QD, IP11 2QF, IP11 2HA, IP11 2PW, IP11 2PP, IP11 2UQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP11 2QE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 21% | 23.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55% | 50.8% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 13.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 37.7% | 37.5% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 37.5% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 15.9% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 7% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 15.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.2% | 26.3% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 16.4% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 14.1% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 7.3% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16% | 5.7% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 15.6% | 5.7% | 33.8% | -18.2% |
| Other | 5.3% | 4.2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.3% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 92.7% | 93.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 3.6% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.5% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 93.3% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 0% | -7.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.8% | 37.2% | 15.6% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Haven Exchange South was 36.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.4% lower than the Western Felixstowe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Haven Exchange South has the 11th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Western Felixstowe and the 402nd highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 144.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maritime House, 1 Haven Exchange South, Felixstowe, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2018-04-30 | £937,383 |
IP11 2QE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 IP11 2QE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langer Primary Academy Langer Road , IP11 2HL | 1out of 4 | 775 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Community Primary School Grange Road , IP11 2LA | 1out of 4 | 894 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SET Maidstone Maidstone Road , IP11 9EG | 3out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SET Causton Maidstone Road , IP11 9ED | 3out of 4 | 1,861 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Infant School High Road West , IP11 9JB | 3out of 4 | 2,268 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,978 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe International College Maybush House , Maybush Lane IP11 7NA | - not rated | 3,241 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe Beach Park Holidays UK | Felixstowe Beach Holiday Park, Walton Avenue | 324 yd | |
| Tub And Cone | 14 Beach Station Road, Felixstowe | 733 yd | |
| Beach Bites | 12 Beach Station Road, Felixstowe | 765 yd | |
| Rainbow Tea Room | 7 Beach Station Road, Felixstowe | 765 yd | |
| Shore Coffee By The Coast | Unit 11, Beach Street Felixstowe | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopsters | Unit 22, Beach Street Felixstowe | 796 yd | |
| La Vida Entertainment Ltd | Mannings Amusement Park, Sea Road | 808 yd | |
| Felsto Arms | Sea Road, Felixstowe | 971 yd | |
| The Dooley Inn | Dooley Inn, Ferry Lane | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh & Co | 20 - 22 Beach Station Road, Felixstowe | 723 yd | |
| Chopsticks Food | 27 Beach Station Road, Felixstowe | 737 yd | |
| China City | 31 Beach Station Road, Felixstowe | 765 yd | |
| Say Cheese | Unit 13, Beach Street Felixstowe | 796 yd | |
| Four Three Pizza | Unit 14, Beach Street Felixstowe | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK | Lidl Ltd, Haven Exchange South | 6 yd | |
| Lidl | 2 - 4 Langer Road, Felixstowe | 752 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily Breeze | 18 - 20 Undercliff Road West, Felixstowe | 940 yd | |
| East Of England Co Op | Co Operative Store, 50-52 Wadgate Road | 990 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Coronation Sports Ground MILL LANE | grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Langley Avenue Sports Fields WADGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,067 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 | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| 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 | 60.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.