Elm Close is in Martlesham, Woodbridge and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP12 4UQ is located in the Martlesham & Purdis Farm electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 2016-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Close, Martlesham, Woodbridge, IP12 4UQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP12 4UE, IP12 4UJ, IP12 4UG, IP12 4PB, IP12 4UR, IP12 4UF, IP12 4SN, IP12 4SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP12 4UQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 49.6% | 53.1% | 3.5% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 50.4% | 46.9% | -3.5% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
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 4UQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 18.9% | 28.9% | 10.0% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.2% | 53.4% | -9.8% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 8.1% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.2% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 33.8% | 48% | 14.2% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 40% | 32.4% | -7.6% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 15.4% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 2.7% | -5.0% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 34.6% | 20.9% | -13.7% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 10.7% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 13.3% | 2.3% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 8.2% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 16.9% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 27.1% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 2.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.2% | 93.3% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96.9% | 96.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 96.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.6% | 76.7% | -2.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Close was 163.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 629.5% higher than the Kesgrave average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Elm Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Kesgrave and the 47th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Elm Close, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £398,000 | 2025-03-31 | £403,835 |
| 1 Elm Close, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2022-06-20 | £410,848 |
| 6 Elm Close, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2020-09-25 | £541,569 |
| 4 Elm Close, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £402,000 | 2020-09-11 | £468,195 |
| 6 Elm Close, Woodbridge, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2019-02-08 | £492,403 |
IP12 4UQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 4UQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 130 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martlesham Primary Academy Black Tiles Lane , Martlesham IP12 4SS | 3out of 4 | 465 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Primary School Valiant Road , Martlesham Heath IP5 3SP | 4out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorseland Primary School Deben Avenue , Martlesham Heath IP5 3QR | 4out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bealings School Sandy Lane , Little Bealings IP13 6LW | 4out of 4 | 2,632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedarwood Primary School Wilkinson Drive , Kesgrave IP5 2ES | 3out of 4 | 2,992 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave High School Main Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PB | 3out of 4 | 2,403 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farlingaye High School Ransom Road , IP12 4JX | 4out of 4 | 4,316 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 | 4,198 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Family Dining | Cafe At, 126 Anson Road | 292 yd | |
| Costa (Drive Thru) | 114 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath | 471 yd | |
| KFC | 121 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath | 498 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 2 Beardmore Park, Martlesham Heath | 583 yd | |
| Compass Group - Staff Restaurant At Suffolk Police HQ | Suffolk Constabulary Force Headquarters, Portal Avenue | 670 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Bader | Douglas Bader Public House, 29 The Square | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J's Traditional Fish & Chip Shop | Crown Point Take Away, Crown Point | 486 yd | |
| Martlesham Pizza / Chilli And Spice | 21 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath | 836 yd | |
| Michaels Kitchen | 17 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath | 836 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 1A, Betts Avenue | 975 yd | |
| Admirals Fish & Chip Shop | 11 The Square, Martlesham Heath | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 126 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath | 292 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 15 Beardmore Park, Martlesham Heath | 583 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 19 - 21 The Square, Martlesham Heath | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Hill Pool BLACK TILES LANE | swimming pool | 638 yd |
| Martlesham Primary Academy BLACK TILES LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 656 yd |
| Suffolk Constabulary Ground 1 POLICE BUNGALOW 1 POLICE BUNGALOW PORTAL AVENUE | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Martlesham Leisure Health & Fitness Club GLOSTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 964 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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 | 27.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 38.16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 38.16 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.