North Entrance is in Saxmundham and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP17 1AP is located in the Saxmundham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about North Entrance, Saxmundham, IP17 1AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP17 1AY, IP17 1AS, IP17 1DY, IP17 1AX, IP17 1AU, IP17 1FA, IP17 1BA, IP17 1AL, IP17 1BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP17 1AP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 56% | 53.7% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 44% | 46.3% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 23.9% | 27.7% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 46% | -10.9% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 9.4% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 12.2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
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 | 38.4% | 29.3% | -9.1% | 48.4% | -19.1% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 41.9% | 8.7% | 33.6% | 8.3% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 22.3% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 8% | 5.2% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 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 | 25.7% | 15.6% | -10.1% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 10.9% | 2.6% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 13.7% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.8% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 16.1% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 36.5% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.5% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 93.2% | 94.8% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 95.2% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.4% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Entrance was 103.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 164.7% higher than the Kelsale & Yoxford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Entrance has the 6th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Kelsale & Yoxford and the 116th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 72.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bank Cottages North Entrance, Saxmundham, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2025-09-09 | £225,000 |
| Saxmundham Hand Car Wash North Entrance, Saxmundham, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-12-12 | £169,412 |
| Wintergreen House North Entrance, Saxmundham, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2016-03-18 | £686,202 |
| Beech House North Entrance, Saxmundham, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £737,000 | 2010-09-10 | £1,206,340 |
| Beech House North Entrance, Saxmundham, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £655,000 | 2006-07-04 | £1,208,943 |
IP17 1AP 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 IP17 1AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saxmundham Primary School Brook Farm Road , IP17 1XQ | 3out of 4 | 379 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelsale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Carlton Road , Kelsale IP17 2NP | 3out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Benhall St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School School Lane , Benhall IP17 1HE | 3out of 4 | 2,241 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set Saxmundham School Seaman Avenue , IP17 1DZ | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The SMILE Cafe | Block E, Saxmundham Hub | 154 yd | |
| Jinny's Cafe | 14 Market Place, Saxmundham | 244 yd | |
| Pizzeria Locale | 26A High Street, Saxmundham | 271 yd | |
| Vela (Vela Art Gallery And German Cafe Bar) | 28 High Street, Saxmundham | 289 yd | |
| IP17GNS | 12 Station Approach, Saxmundham | 301 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Tavern | 25 Albion Street, Saxmundham | 365 yd | |
| Queens Head Inn | 21 High Street, Saxmundham | 394 yd | |
| Saxmundham Ex-Service & Social Club | Ex Servicemens Social Club, 28 Albion Street | 437 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pita | 43 High Street, Saxmundham | 179 yd | |
| Mandarin House | 47 High Street, Saxmundham | 272 yd | |
| Trawlers Catch | 37 High Street, Saxmundham | 272 yd | |
| Black Dog Deli - Mobile Unit | The Old Barn Fromus Square, High Street | 372 yd | |
| Golden Fish Bar | 1 South Entrance, Saxmundham | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | Waitrose Supermarket, Church Street | 409 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Saxmundham Sports & Recreation Club CARLTON PARK CARLTON PARK NORTH ENTRANCE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 509 yd |
| Saxmundham Free School SEAMAN AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 850 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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.