Darsham Road is in Westleton, Saxmundham and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP17 3AL is located in the Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Darsham Road, Westleton, Saxmundham, IP17 3AL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP17 3BN, IP17 3AH, IP17 3AP, IP17 3AN, IP17 3AQ, IP17 3AB, IP17 3AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP17 3AL, 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 | 50.9% | 53.7% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 49.1% | 46.3% | -2.8% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of IP17 3AL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.6% 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 | 12.4% | 16.9% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -21.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 59.6% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 15.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 5.2% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 14.3% | 14.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
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 | 34.1% | 38.5% | 4.4% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 44.5% | 43.1% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 9.5% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 15.1% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 45.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 13.1% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 12.2% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 11.7% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 9.9% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.6% | 45.1% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 11.3% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.8% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.2% | 99.1% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 97.3% | 94% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 94% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 5% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Darsham Road was 4.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.5% lower than the Halesworth & Blything average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Darsham Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Halesworth & Blything and the 21st lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sage Cottage Darsham Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £645,000 | 2025-06-20 | £668,455 |
| Cherry Lee Darsham Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £1,396,241 | 2022-11-03 | £1,314,109 |
| Cherry Lee Darsham Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2018-02-22 | £496,287 |
| Misner Darsham Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2018-02-22 | £744,430 |
| The White Cottage Darsham Road, Saxmundham, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £599,995 | 2015-09-15 | £849,993 |
IP17 3AL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
IP17 3AL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 3AL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 123 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 1,953 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yoxford & Peasenhall Primary Academy High Street , Yoxford IP17 3EU | - not rated | 4,693 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Horse Inn | Darsham Road, Westleton | 147 yd | |
| The Westleton Crown | Crown Inn, The Street | 385 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 | 92.9% |
| 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 | 7.1% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.