High Road West is in Felixstowe and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP11 9AN is located in the Western Felixstowe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Road West, Felixstowe, IP11 9AN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP11 9AR, IP11 9AW, IP11 9AL, IP11 9BN, IP11 9AJ, IP11 9AS, IP11 9AD, IP11 9AH, IP11 9BW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP11 9AN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents 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 | 52.7% | 49.5% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 47.3% | 50.5% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 27% | 33.7% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 47.6% | -5.6% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11.6% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 5.4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.2% | 38.8% | -5.4% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 37% | 43.1% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 9.5% |
| Fair health | 14% | 14.6% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 3.3% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.4% | 20.7% | -7.7% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 15.3% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16.3% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.8% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 14.6% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 23.4% | 4.6% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.6% | 97% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 95.2% | 95.4% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 95.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.7% | 76.7% | -6.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.3% | 13.5% | 12.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57% | 37.2% | 19.8% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Road West was 2.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.9% lower than the Eastern Felixstowe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Road West has the lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Eastern Felixstowe and the 2nd lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 69.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 117 High Road West, Felixstowe, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 1997-08-01 | £353,060 |
IP11 9AN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 43 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Other | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SET Maidstone Maidstone Road , IP11 9EG | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SET Causton Maidstone Road , IP11 9ED | 3out of 4 | 631 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Infant School High Road West , IP11 9JB | 3out of 4 | 719 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Community Primary School Grange Road , IP11 2LA | 1out of 4 | 1,117 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colneis Junior School Colneis Road , IP11 9HH | 3out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Community school | 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 | 868 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 | 1,888 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Kebab And Pizza | 111A High Road West, Felixstowe | 70 yd | |
| Cuppa | 81 High Road West, Felixstowe | 187 yd | |
| Angel Inn Coffee House | Walton Post Office, 230-232 High Street | 509 yd | |
| Hope Trust | Maidstone Hall, 127 Maidstone Road | 633 yd | |
| Station Cafe | 5 Great Eastern Square, Felixstowe | 690 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe Trades And Labour Club | 182 High Road West, Felixstowe | 151 yd | |
| The Little Wine Bar | 228 High Street, Walton | 457 yd | |
| The Falcon Inn Limited | The Falcon, 272 High Street | 613 yd | |
| Felixstowe Conservative Club | 28 High Road West, Felixstowe | 629 yd | |
| Felixstowe Bowls Club | Crescent Road, Felixstowe | 805 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bounty Fisheries | 115 High Road West, Felixstowe | 70 yd | |
| Cheungs Chinese Takeaway | 77 High Road West, Felixstowe | 218 yd | |
| Chicago Express Pizza | 226 High Street, Walton | 509 yd | |
| Maharaja Indian Take Away | 177 Hamilton Road, Felixstowe | 708 yd | |
| Hamilton Fish & Chips | 175 Hamilton Road, Felixstowe | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co Op | 221 High Street, Walton | 313 yd | |
| Kings Street East Of England Co Op | 279-281 High Street, Walton | 647 yd | |
| East Of England Co Operative (Felixstowe Supermarket) | 189 Hamilton Road, Felixstowe | 708 yd | |
| Tesco Metro | 88 Hamilton Road, Felixstowe | 852 yd | |
| Mini Town Express | 92 Hamilton Road, Felixstowe | 854 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Walton Recreation Ground PLYMOUTH ROAD | grass pitches | 357 yd |
| Seaton Park (Closed) Seaton Road | grass pitches | 387 yd |
| Causton Junior School MAIDSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Langley Avenue Sports Fields WADGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 803 yd |
| Town Ground DELLWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 809 yd |
| Coastside Fitness COBBOLD ROAD | health and fitness suite | 902 yd |
| Felixstowe Golf Centre (Closed) Gulpher Road | golf | 966 yd |
| Felixstowe Academy HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,016 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.