Broom Heath is in Woodbridge and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP12 4DN is located in the Woodbridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broom Heath, Woodbridge, IP12 4DN 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 IP12 4DN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% 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 | 62.3% | 53.9% | -8.4% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 37.7% | 46.1% | 8.4% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 | 12.1% | 17.9% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.7% | 43.6% | -6.1% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 29.6% | 27.5% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 21.4% |
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 (62.3%) 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 | 35% | 33.7% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -14.7% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 28.6% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -5.0% |
| Fair health | 21.5% | 19.6% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 9.9% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 8.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% | 6.9% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 14.8% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 6.9% | -0.7% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 13.8% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 10% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.3% | 46.6% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 12.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.4% | 96.7% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.1% 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 | 91.7% | 90.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.2% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 90.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.6% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.9% | 0.6% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broom Heath was 55.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.6% higher than the Woodbridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broom Heath has the 13th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Woodbridge and the 265th highest crime rate of 847 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyson Hoo Broomheath, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £2,700,000 | 2021-04-30 | £2,927,635 |
| Kings Knoll Broomheath, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £2,350,000 | 2018-12-03 | £2,676,630 |
| Creek Cottage Broomheath, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £1,265,000 | 2018-08-01 | £1,444,377 |
| Kyson Cottage Broom Heath, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £999,000 | 2013-10-31 | £1,531,579 |
| Kings Knoll Broom Heath, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £1,650,000 | 2011-04-04 | £2,709,043 |
IP12 4DN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP12 4DN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 58% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 167 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyson Primary School Peterhouse Crescent , IP12 4HX | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kyson Primary School Peterhouse Crescent , IP12 4HX | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Woodbridge Burkitt Road , IP12 4JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,776 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Woodbridge Burkitt Road , IP12 4JJ | - not rated | 1,776 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge Primary School Wilkinson Way , IP12 1SS | - not rated | 2,282 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farlingaye High School Ransom Road , IP12 4JX | 3out of 4 | 2,430 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farlingaye High School Ransom Road , IP12 4JX | - not rated | 2,430 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kesgrave High School Main Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PB | - not rated | 5,073 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kesgrave High School Main Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PB | 3out of 4 | 5,073 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Middle School Beech Way , IP12 4BW | - not rated | 933 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's School Crown Place , IP12 1BU | - not rated | 1,541 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Woodbridge School Burkitt Road , IP12 4JH | - not rated | 2,009 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shawe Manor School Bealings Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PU | - not rated | 4,024 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tea Hut | River Wall, Woodbridge | 995 yd | |
| Pavilion Cafe | Pavilion, Kingston Field | 1,048 yd | |
| The Duke Of York | Ipswich Road, Woodbridge | 1,064 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge Cruising Club | River Wall, Woodbridge | 995 yd | |
| Deben Yacht Club | River Wall, Woodbridge | 995 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingston Playing Field KINGSTON FIELD KINGSTON FIELD THE AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 966 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.