Oaklands is in Reydon, Southwold and in Waveney district. IP18 6TW is located in the Southwold electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 2004-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oaklands, Reydon, Southwold, IP18 6TW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP18 6QZ, IP18 6RD, IP18 6RY, IP18 6RA, IP18 6QY, IP18 6QS, IP18 6QX, IP18 6QR, IP18 6RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP18 6TW has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population 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% | 56.3% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 44% | 43.7% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
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 | 27% | 28.2% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 38.8% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -5.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 14.5% | 6.2% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 17.6% | 16.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 10.0% |
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 | 35.5% | 39.3% | 3.8% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 34.4% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 23% | 19.8% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5.6% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 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.
In the area around IP18 6TW this area, 34.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.7% | 34.9% | -1.8% | 18.2% | 16.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 10.6% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 14.1% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.1% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 11.8% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 16.1% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -17.7% |
| Other | 4% | 5.5% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 98.4% | 98.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 98.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.9% | 76.7% | -14.8% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 37.8% | 13.5% | 24.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oaklands was 67.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.3% higher than the Halesworth & Blything average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Oaklands has the 13th highest crime rate of 75 local areas in Halesworth & Blything and the 210th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oaklands, Southwold, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-09-22 | £247,945 |
| 28 Oaklands, Southwold, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-06-09 | £309,573 |
| 30 Oaklands, Southwold, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2015-03-24 | £391,321 |
The percentage of retired residents living in IP18 6TW 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 | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reydon Primary School Jermyns Road , Reydon IP18 6QB | 3out of 4 | 106 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southwold Primary School Cumberland Road , IP18 6JP | 2out of 4 | 1,535 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 | 1,219 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Voluntary Help Centre Lunch Club | Stella Peskett Millenium Hall, Mights Road | 845 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sole Bay Bowls Club | 50 Halesworth Road, Reydon | 628 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwold And Reydon Chinese | 22 Fountain Way, Reydon | 496 yd | |
| Shelby's | Unit 4, Exchange House | 512 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sole Bay Bowls Club HALESWORTH ROAD | indoor bowls | 566 yd |
| Reydon Playing Fields WANGFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 942 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.