Schneider Close is in Felixstowe and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP11 8SS is located in the Eastern Felixstowe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Schneider Close, Felixstowe, IP11 8SS 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 IP11 8SS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% 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 | 52.6% | 55.6% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 47.4% | 44.4% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 37% | 39.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.8% | 37.4% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 21.4% | 14.9% | -6.5% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
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 | 47.7% | 45.8% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 36% | 35% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 13% | 11.6% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.5% | 19.5% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 25.9% | 15.8% | -10.1% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 21.1% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 7.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.6% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 14.5% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 22.8% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 95.8% | 91.9% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 94% | 91.4% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 3% | 4.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.4% | 91.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 24.3% | 13.5% | 10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.4% | 37.2% | 27.2% |
| Christian | 30.8% | 46.2% | -15.4% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Schneider Close was 182.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 256.4% higher than the Eastern Felixstowe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Schneider Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 79 local areas in Eastern Felixstowe and the 33rd highest crime rate of 850 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 76.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Schneider Close, Felixstowe, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2005-08-05 | £293,690 |
IP11 8SS 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 | 106 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langer Primary Academy Langer Road , IP11 2HL | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langer Primary School Langer Road , IP11 2HL | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Community Primary School Grange Road , IP11 2LA | 3out of 4 | 1,960 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Community Primary School Grange Road , IP11 2LA | - not rated | 1,979 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SET Maidstone Maidstone Road , IP11 9EG | - not rated | 2,521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deben High School Garrison Lane , IP11 7RF | - not rated | 2,402 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orwell High School Maidstone Road , IP11 9EF | - not rated | 2,630 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felixstowe School High Street , IP11 9QR | 3out of 4 | 3,042 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwich and Dovercourt High School Hall Lane , Dovercourt CO12 3TG | - not rated | 5,366 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwich and Dovercourt High School Hall Lane , CO12 3TG | 3out of 4 | 5,366 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe College Maybush Lane , IP11 7NQ | - not rated | 3,593 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Norseland School 108 High Road , Trimley St Mary IP10 0SU | - not rated | 3,717 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Squirrel's Montessori School Wycliffe House , High Road East IP11 9PU | - not rated | 3,743 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felixstowe International College Maybush House , Maybush Lane IP11 7NA | - not rated | 3,866 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Group At Trinity Canteen | Tomline House, Dock Road | 385 yd | |
| River Of Life Church & Community Cafe | 2 Carr Road, Felixstowe | 386 yd | |
| Georgie's Kiosk | Kiosk North, Maritime Park | 556 yd | |
| Occasional Cafe | Beach Hut 9, Manor End | 630 yd | |
| Sea You Cafe And Restaurant | Cafe At, Martello Park | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopsters | Unit 22, Beach Street Felixstowe | 997 yd | |
| La Vida Entertainment Ltd | Mannings Amusement Park, Sea Road | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Kiosk Martello Park | Kiosk South, Maritime Park | 466 yd | |
| Chopsticks Food | 27 Beach Station Road, Felixstowe | 857 yd | |
| China City | 31 Beach Station Road, Felixstowe | 863 yd | |
| Fresh & Co | 20 - 22 Beach Station Road, Felixstowe | 885 yd | |
| Say Cheese | Unit 13, Beach Street Felixstowe | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK | Lidl Ltd, Haven Exchange South | 1,027 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.