The Walk is in Felixstowe and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP11 9DA 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 The Walk, Felixstowe, IP11 9DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP11 9DF, IP11 9BZ, IP11 9BY, IP11 9BJ, IP11 9DB, IP11 9BH, IP11 9DY, IP11 9BT, IP11 9DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP11 9DA has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 50% | 48.5% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 50% | 51.5% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 31.7% | 35% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.5% | 37.7% | 2.2% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Separated | 5.5% | 6.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 4.4% |
| Divorced | 22.4% | 18% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 2.7% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.1% | 39.2% | 10.1% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 27.5% | -8.4% | 33.6% | -6.1% |
| Fair health | 25.5% | 23.3% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 10.6% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 6.7% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
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.
In the area around IP11 9DA this area, 29.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.5% | 29.7% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 26.2% | 17.6% | -8.6% | 9.6% | 8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 14.8% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 14.3% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 15.9% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.7% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 96.8% | 95% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 96.8% | 96.6% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 96.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.4% | 76.7% | -11.3% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 32.9% | 13.5% | 19.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Walk was 61.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.0% higher than the Eastern Felixstowe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Walk has the 23rd highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Eastern Felixstowe and the 235th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 The Walk, Felixstowe, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2024-10-15 | £220,579 |
| 46 The Walk, Felixstowe, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-09-16 | £230,787 |
| 1 The Walk, Felixstowe, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-09-23 | £227,631 |
| 29 The Walk, Felixstowe, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2020-02-14 | £225,515 |
| 1 The Walk, Felixstowe, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2019-11-20 | £174,073 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SET Causton Maidstone Road , IP11 9ED | 3out of 4 | 190 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| SET Maidstone Maidstone Road , IP11 9EG | 3out of 4 | 367 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Community Primary School Grange Road , IP11 2LA | 1out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Infant School High Road West , IP11 9JB | 3out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trimley St Mary Primary School High Road , Trimley St Mary IP11 0ST | 3out of 4 | 1,633 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 | 425 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 | 2,295 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Trust | Maidstone Hall, 127 Maidstone Road | 191 yd | |
| Angel Inn Coffee House | Walton Post Office, 230-232 High Street | 201 yd | |
| Jasmine Garden | 286 High Street, Walton | 313 yd | |
| Walton Kebab And Pizza | 111A High Road West, Felixstowe | 506 yd | |
| The BASIC Community Cafe | Laydens Community Centre, 12 Langley Avenue | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Wine Bar | 228 High Street, Walton | 193 yd | |
| The Falcon Inn Limited | The Falcon, 272 High Street | 261 yd | |
| Felixstowe Trades And Labour Club | 182 High Road West, Felixstowe | 361 yd | |
| The Half Moon | Half Moon Inn, 303 High Street | 426 yd | |
| The Owl And The Pussycat | Grange Farm Avenue, Felixstowe | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Express Pizza | 226 High Street, Walton | 201 yd | |
| Bounty Fisheries | 115 High Road West, Felixstowe | 506 yd | |
| Cheungs Chinese Takeaway | 77 High Road West, Felixstowe | 660 yd | |
| Felix Fish Bar And Chips | 54 Wadgate Road, Felixstowe | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Of England Co Op | 221 High Street, Walton | 221 yd | |
| Kings Street East Of England Co Op | 279-281 High Street, Walton | 253 yd | |
| East Of England Co Op | Co Operative Store, 50-52 Wadgate Road | 860 yd | |
| Morrison Supermarket | Grange Farm Avenue, Felixstowe | 1,040 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seaton Park (Closed) Seaton Road | grass pitches | 265 yd |
| Causton Junior School MAIDSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 335 yd |
| Walton Recreation Ground PLYMOUTH ROAD | grass pitches | 434 yd |
| Felixstowe Academy HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 573 yd |
| Felixstowe Academy (Maidstone Campus) (Closed) Maidstone Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 786 yd |
| Langley Avenue Sports Fields WADGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Felixstowe Golf Centre (Closed) Gulpher Road | golf | 807 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% |
| Median download speed | 89.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 171.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.