Leiston Road is in Theberton, Leiston and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP16 4RA is located in the Aldeburgh & Leiston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 2003-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Leiston Road, Theberton, Leiston, IP16 4RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP16 4RZ, IP16 4RX, IP16 4SA, IP16 4RY, IP16 4SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP16 4RA 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 | 49.8% | 51.6% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.4% | -1.8% | 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 IP16 4RA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 19.9% | 24.2% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 52% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.1% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 9.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 43.4% | 36.2% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 40.9% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 18.3% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.8% | 14.7% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 8.4% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.9% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.8% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.7% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 35.9% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.6% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 100% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 95.3% | 97.8% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 97.8% | 3.2% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0.4% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leiston Road was 24.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.5% lower than the Kelsale & Yoxford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Leiston Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Kelsale & Yoxford and the 304th lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% 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 Pump Cottages Leiston Road, Leiston, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2009-02-06 | £301,250 |
| 3 Pump Cottages Leiston Road, Leiston, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2007-09-07 | £305,885 |
| 4 Pump Cottages Leiston Road, Leiston, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2007-08-30 | £342,039 |
| 2 Pump Cottages Leiston Road, Leiston, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2007-04-02 | £323,546 |
| 5 Pump Cottages Leiston Road, Leiston, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £55,125 | 2005-05-13 | £108,894 |
IP16 4RA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
IP16 4RA 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 IP16 4RA 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 | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Community Primary School Rectory Road , Middleton IP17 3NW | 2out of 4 | 1,896 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leiston Primary School King George's Avenue , IP16 4JQ | 3out of 4 | 4,424 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yoxford & Peasenhall Primary Academy High Street , Yoxford IP17 3EU | - not rated | 5,242 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alde Valley Academy Seaward Avenue , IP16 4BG | 3out of 4 | 4,669 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerhill School Westward Ho , LEISTON IP16 4HY | - not rated | 3,475 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theberton Lion | Lion Inn Public House, Leiston Road | 400 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.