Generals Mews is in Felixstowe and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP11 2YY is located in the Western Felixstowe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Generals Mews, Felixstowe, IP11 2YY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP11 2FJ, IP11 2YS, IP11 2FL, IP11 2FG, IP11 2YP, IP11 2FE, IP11 2YT, IP11 2YW, IP11 2YR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP11 2YY is primarily male, with 56.5% of the population 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 | 51.9% | 43.5% | -8.4% | 51.0% | -7.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 56.5% | 8.4% | 49.0% | 7.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around IP11 2YY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.5% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.6% | 54.5% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.4% | 26.7% | -5.7% | 44.2% | -17.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 16.7% | 12.9% | -3.8% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.4% | 39.3% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 47% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 13.4% |
| Fair health | 8% | 11.4% | 3.4% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 17.2% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 25.5% | 13.7% | -11.8% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 16% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 8.2% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 19.5% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 21.5% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 16.2% | 16.2% | 1.0% | 15.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 79.8% | -18.7% | 81.4% | -1.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 93.5% | 89% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 8.7% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.5% | 89% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.4% | 37.2% | 23.2% |
| Christian | 31.5% | 46.2% | -14.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Generals Mews was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Eastern Felixstowe average.
Generals Mews has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 78 local areas in Eastern Felixstowe and the 16th lowest crime rate of 852 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Generals Mews, Felixstowe, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2023-03-24 | £165,496 |
| 6 Generals Mews, Felixstowe, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2020-10-19 | £235,545 |
| 16 Generals Mews, Felixstowe, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2018-10-08 | £161,525 |
| 7 Generals Mews, Felixstowe, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £194,500 | 2017-03-03 | £270,871 |
| 12 Generals Mews, Felixstowe, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2016-06-17 | £170,907 |
IP11 2YY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 159 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Community Primary School Grange Road , IP11 2LA | 1out of 4 | 678 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SET Maidstone Maidstone Road , IP11 9EG | 3out of 4 | 723 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SET Causton Maidstone Road , IP11 9ED | 3out of 4 | 744 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trimley St Mary Primary School High Road , Trimley St Mary IP11 0ST | 3out of 4 | 1,346 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Infant School High Road West , IP11 9JB | 3out of 4 | 1,954 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 | 681 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 | 3,125 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christ Church | Christ Church Felixstowe, Grange Farm Avenue | 256 yd | |
| The BASIC Community Cafe | Laydens Community Centre, 12 Langley Avenue | 615 yd | |
| Hope Trust | Maidstone Hall, 127 Maidstone Road | 778 yd | |
| Jasmine Garden | 286 High Street, Walton | 944 yd | |
| Angel Inn Coffee House | Walton Post Office, 230-232 High Street | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Owl And The Pussycat | Grange Farm Avenue, Felixstowe | 395 yd | |
| The Half Moon | Half Moon Inn, 303 High Street | 858 yd | |
| The Falcon Inn Limited | The Falcon, 272 High Street | 991 yd | |
| The Little Wine Bar | 228 High Street, Walton | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felix Fish Bar And Chips | 54 Wadgate Road, Felixstowe | 795 yd | |
| Chicago Express Pizza | 226 High Street, Walton | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrison Supermarket | Grange Farm Avenue, Felixstowe | 395 yd | |
| East Of England Co Op | Co Operative Store, 50-52 Wadgate Road | 795 yd | |
| Kings Street East Of England Co Op | 279-281 High Street, Walton | 923 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe Academy HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 640 yd |
| Causton Junior School MAIDSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Felixstowe Academy (Maidstone Campus) (Closed) Maidstone Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 790 yd |
| Langley Avenue Sports Fields WADGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 836 yd |
| Seaton Park (Closed) Seaton Road | grass pitches | 856 yd |
| Coronation Sports Ground MILL LANE | grass pitches | 899 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 | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.