The Street is in Melton, Woodbridge and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP12 1PW is located in the Melton 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 Street, Melton, Woodbridge, IP12 1PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP12 1PL, IP12 1RF, IP12 1PB, IP12 1RG, IP12 1RQ, IP12 1PP, IP12 1PR, IP12 1PS, IP12 1TN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP12 1PW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.2% | 50.3% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 45.8% | 49.7% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 34% | 36.3% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.9% | 39.8% | 2.9% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 13.7% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 5.5% | -5.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 41.8% | 47.7% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 32.5% | -0.6% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 17.1% | 14.3% | -2.8% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.5% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 24.3% | 16.9% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 9.8% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 11.4% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4.7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 18% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.6% | 36.5% | 5.9% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.7% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 92.8% | 92.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 3.9% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 92.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.3% | 37.2% | 13.1% |
| Christian | 39.4% | 46.2% | -6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.9% | 0.6% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Street was 86.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 121.2% higher than the Wickham Market average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Wickham Market and the 155th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 The Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £205,500 | 2024-07-17 | £207,437 |
| 28 The Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-04-19 | £129,320 |
| 46 The Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £311,000 | 2021-03-05 | £357,943 |
| 52 The Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-08-13 | £236,623 |
| The White House, 56 The Street, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2020-04-01 | £660,977 |
IP12 1PW 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melton Primary School Melton Road , Melton IP12 1PG | 3out of 4 | 218 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge Primary School Wilkinson Way , IP12 1SS | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Woodbridge Burkitt Road , IP12 4JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kyson Primary School Peterhouse Crescent , IP12 4HX | 3out of 4 | 3,016 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eyke Church of England Primary School The Street , Eyke IP12 2QW | 3out of 4 | 4,111 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 | 1,964 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 | 1,793 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deben Cafe | Melton Boatyard, Dock Lane | 323 yd | |
| Honey + Harvey | Unit 1, Riduna Park | 525 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melton Bowls Club | Dock Lane, Melton | 323 yd | |
| Deben Bar Private Members Club | HMS Vale, Melton Boatyard | 324 yd | |
| Coach And Horses Inn | Melton Road, Melton | 382 yd | |
| Wilford Bridge Inn | Wilford Bridge Road, Melton | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melton Fish Bar | 1 Station Road, Melton | 205 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Girdlestone Pumps (Closed) Station Road | grass pitches | 493 yd |
| Melton Recreation Ground MELTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 555 yd |
| St Audrys Sports And Social Club Lodge Farm Lane | grass pitches | 1,065 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 | 84.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.0% |
| 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 | 59.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.