Manor Farm Close is in Southwold and in Waveney district. IP18 6DL is located in the Southwold electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Manor Farm Close, Southwold, IP18 6DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP18 6DJ, IP18 6HR, IP18 6DN, IP18 6AA, IP18 6JD, IP18 6HP, IP18 6HZ, IP18 6JE, IP18 6AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP18 6DL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.1% | 50.4% | -5.7% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 43.9% | 49.6% | 5.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19% | 24.8% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.7% | 50.4% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 0.8% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 10.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 17.3% | 12% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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 | 29.9% | 36.7% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -11.7% |
| Good health | 44.4% | 34.5% | -9.9% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 25.2% | 7.0% | 12.7% | 12.5% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 3.6% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 16.8% | 14.3% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 5.3% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 18.8% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4.5% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 15.8% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 43% | 39.8% | -3.2% | 33.8% | 6.0% |
| Other | 4.5% | 1.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 97.1% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 93.6% | 95% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 95% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.7% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Farm Close was 145.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 264.1% higher than the Halesworth & Blything average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Manor Farm Close has the 4th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Halesworth & Blything and the 56th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Manor Farm Close, Southwold, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2014-09-26 | £619,714 |
| 2 Manor Farm Close, Southwold, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2010-07-09 | £712,904 |
| 3 Manor Farm Close, Southwold, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 1998-08-19 | £861,676 |
IP18 6DL 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 IP18 6DL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 70 |
| Full-Time Employee | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwold Primary School Cumberland Road , IP18 6JP | 2out of 4 | 346 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reydon Primary School Jermyns Road , Reydon IP18 6QB | 3out of 4 | 1,525 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Felix School Halesworth Road , Reydon IP18 6SD | - not rated | 1,772 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duchies | 63 High Street, Southwold | 27 yd | |
| Sutherland House | 56 High Street, Southwold | 48 yd | |
| The Cornish Bakery | 54 High Street, Southwold | 48 yd | |
| United Reformed Church Hall | United Reformed Church, High Street | 70 yd | |
| Loaded-Southwold | 6 Victoria Street, Southwold | 87 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwold & Reydon Constitutional Club | Woodleys Yard, High Street | 70 yd | |
| Sole Bay Inn | 7 East Green, Southwold | 270 yd | |
| Red Lion Southwold | Red Lion Inn, South Green | 315 yd | |
| Lord Nelson Southwold | Lord Nelson Hotel, 42 East Street | 318 yd | |
| Southwold Golf Club | The Common, Southwold | 521 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jewel In The Box | 27 High Street, Southwold | 183 yd | |
| Marks Fish & Chips | 32 High Street, Southwold | 191 yd | |
| Ninedeli | 9 Pinkneys Lane, Southwold | 259 yd | |
| The Little Fish & Chip Shop | 2 East Street, Southwold | 263 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Southwold | 2 Market Place, Southwold | 153 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 2 Queen Street, Southwold | 237 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southwold Common (Southwold Rfc) YORK ROAD | grass pitches | 259 yd |
| Southwold Common Football Pitch SUNSET HOUSE SUNSET HOUSE GODYLL ROAD | grass pitches | 339 yd |
| Southwold Common Cricket Pitch SUNSET HOUSE SUNSET HOUSE GODYLL ROAD | grass pitches | 355 yd |
| Southwold Golf Club THE COMMON | golf | 847 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.