The Drive is in Reydon, Southwold and in Waveney district. IP18 6PN 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 The Drive, Reydon, Southwold, IP18 6PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP18 6NS, IP18 6PP, IP18 6XH, IP18 6XJ, IP18 6XL, IP18 6NT, IP18 6XW, IP18 6YB, IP18 6YA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP18 6PN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% 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 | 51.4% | 55.3% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 48.6% | 44.7% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 | 11.2% | 23.9% | 12.7% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.5% | 45.9% | -18.6% | 44.2% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 17.1% | 6.9% | 9.1% | 8.0% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 11.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 34.6% | 38.7% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 38.2% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 20.6% | 18.2% | -2.4% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 4% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 28.9% | 19.5% | -9.4% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 10.7% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 18.5% | 4.3% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.8% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 6.8% | -6.9% | 16.9% | -10.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 31.7% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 5.1% | 5.9% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 94.4% | 96.9% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 96.9% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.4% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.6% | 37.2% | -5.6% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Jewish | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Drive was 8.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.4% lower than the Halesworth & Blything average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
The Drive has the 7th lowest crime rate of 75 local areas in Halesworth & Blything and the 65th lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 The Drive, Southwold, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2025-01-31 | £292,427 |
| 19 The Drive, Southwold, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-11-21 | £200,000 |
| 51 The Drive, Southwold, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-09-03 | £316,316 |
| 59 The Drive, Southwold, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £477,000 | 2024-08-08 | £476,497 |
| 65 The Drive, Southwold, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-03-04 | £431,377 |
IP18 6PN 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 IP18 6PN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 63% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 127 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reydon Primary School Jermyns Road , Reydon IP18 6QB | 3out of 4 | 677 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwold Primary School Cumberland Road , IP18 6JP | 2out of 4 | 1,801 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 | 444 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sole Bay Bowls Club | 50 Halesworth Road, Reydon | 313 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sole Bay Bowls Club HALESWORTH ROAD | indoor bowls | 237 yd |
| St Felix School HALESWORTH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 545 yd |
| Reydon Playing Fields WANGFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 842 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% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.