Simons Road is in Woodbridge and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP12 1HQ is located in the Melton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Simons Road, Woodbridge, IP12 1HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP12 1LE, IP12 1LD, IP12 1JE, IP12 1JD, IP12 1LF, IP12 1JJ, IP12 1JF, IP12 1JB, IP12 1JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP12 1HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.6% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.4% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of IP12 1HQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.8% | 27.5% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 53.9% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 11.2% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 5.1% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 (85.7%) 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 | 50.9% | 50.4% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 35.3% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 11.9% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 16.3% | 10.2% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 8.1% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 15.6% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 9.5% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 17.6% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 35.6% | 9.8% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.6% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
In this area, 96.1% 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 | 97.2% | 96.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.4% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Simons Road was 11.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.6% lower than the Wickham Market average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Simons Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Wickham Market and the 107th lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Simons Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £407,000 | 2023-01-26 | £385,429 |
| 9 Simons Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-07-31 | £367,839 |
| 1 Simons Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2018-10-19 | £419,336 |
| 12 Simons Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2016-08-18 | £392,448 |
| 3 Simons Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2015-03-06 | £356,025 |
IP12 1HQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 IP12 1HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 103 |
| Retired | 93 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge Primary School Wilkinson Way , IP12 1SS | 3out of 4 | 926 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Melton Primary School Melton Road , Melton IP12 1PG | 3out of 4 | 1,232 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Woodbridge Burkitt Road , IP12 4JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kyson Primary School Peterhouse Crescent , IP12 4HX | 3out of 4 | 2,086 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Martlesham Primary Academy Black Tiles Lane , Martlesham IP12 4SS | 3out of 4 | 5,047 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farlingaye High School Ransom Road , IP12 4JX | 4out of 4 | 865 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge School Burkitt Road , IP12 4JH | - not rated | 937 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Kitchen | 64 Castle Street, Woodbridge | 928 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Warwick | Warwick Inn, 35 Warwick Avenue | 457 yd | |
| Coach And Horses Inn | Melton Road, Melton | 955 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge Zorbas Pizzeria | 41 Warwick Avenue, Woodbridge | 415 yd | |
| Star Tandoori Indian Take-Away & Restaurant | 43 Warwick Avenue, Woodbridge | 482 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Melton Recreation Ground MELTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 838 yd |
| Woodbridge School BURKITT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 942 yd |
| Farlingaye High School RANSOM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 950 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 31.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 35.11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 35.11 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.12 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.