Hawthorn Drive is in Ipswich and in Ipswich district. IP2 0QF is located in the Gipping electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich, IP2 0QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP2 0NS, IP2 0QE, IP2 0QA, IP2 0NP, IP2 0PZ, IP2 0PY, IP2 9NU, IP2 9NY, IP2 0QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP2 0QF, 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 | 50.5% | 55.3% | 4.8% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 49.5% | 44.7% | -4.8% | 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 | 40.4% | 38.8% | -1.6% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.2% | 26% | -8.2% | 44.2% | -18.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 11.6% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 21.3% | 13.8% | 6.1% | 15.2% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.8% | 31.4% | -11.4% | 48.4% | -17.0% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 31.4% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 28.8% | 12.6% | 12.7% | 16.1% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 7.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 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.
In the area around IP2 0QF this area, 40.9% 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 17.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.6% | 40.9% | 2.3% | 18.2% | 22.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 11.3% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.3% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7.8% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 8.9% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 17.1% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -16.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91.9% | 87.8% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 6.4% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 94.6% | 90.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 5.9% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 89.6% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.1% | 76.7% | -24.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Lithuania | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 39.8% | 13.5% | 26.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.2% | 37.2% | 1.0% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 19.1% | 6.0% | 13.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hawthorn Drive was 62.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.6% lower than the Gipping average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hawthorn Drive has the 10th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Gipping and the 212th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Ipswich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2020-12-19 | £220,269 |
| 162 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2018-04-19 | £235,445 |
| 170 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2017-01-18 | £229,874 |
| 170 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2010-05-14 | £188,751 |
| 156 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2009-11-06 | £232,793 |
IP2 0QF 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 IP2 0QF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Chesterfield Drive , IP1 6DW | 4out of 4 | 3,519 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks Primary School Aster Road , IP2 0NR | 4out of 4 | 94 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Catholic Primary School, Ipswich Stone Lodge Lane West , IP2 9HN | 4out of 4 | 723 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows Primary School Downing Close , IP2 9ER | 3out of 4 | 976 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sprites Primary Academy Stonechat Road , IP2 0SA | 1out of 4 | 1,042 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gusford Community Primary School Sheldrake Drive , IP2 9LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chantry Academy Mallard Way , IP2 9LR | 3out of 4 | 584 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | 2out of 4 | 2,033 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne Academy Marlow Road , IP1 5JN | 3out of 4 | 3,225 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Endeavour Academy Defoe Road , IP1 6SG | 3out of 4 | 4,720 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipswich Academy Braziers Wood Road , IP3 0SP | 3out of 4 | 5,206 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Sixth Form College Scrivener Drive , Pinewood IP8 3SU | - not rated | 1,367 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Suffolk New College Rope Walk , IP4 1LT | - not rated | 3,255 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Lodge Academy Stone Lodge Lane West , IP2 9HW | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's College Belstead Road , Birkfield IP2 9DR | - not rated | 939 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Sprites Lane , IP8 3ND | 1out of 4 | 1,608 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Catch 22 Include Primary School Suffolk Include Suffolk , Springvale Court IP8 3AS | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belstead House Adult Education Centre Sprites Lane , Belstead IP8 3NA | - not rated | 1,775 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis with St Clare | St Francis Peace Cafe/ Top up Shop St Francis, 192 Hawthorn Drive | 207 yd | |
| Dyer's Diner and Coffee Shop | Chantry Library, Hawthorn Drive | 468 yd | |
| Nettie's Kitchen | Nettie's Kitchen @Paul's Sports Social, 33 Salmet Close | 1,057 yd | |
| Red Rose Chain | Gippeswyk Hall, Gippeswyk Avenue | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kingfisher Public House | 301 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich | 268 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chantry Royal Fish & Chips | 259 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich | 193 yd | |
| Tony's Pizza and Grill | 291 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich | 193 yd | |
| Subway | 247 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich | 193 yd | |
| Peking Chef | 34 Lavender Hill, Ipswich | 485 yd | |
| Chipswich | 11 Cambridge Drive, Ipswich | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op Former, 247 Hawthorn Drive | 148 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Oaks Primary School ASTER ROAD | grass pitches | 171 yd |
| Chantry Academy MALLARD WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 469 yd |
| Stone Lodge Academy STONE LODGE LANE WEST | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Chantry Park LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 807 yd |
| Willows Primary School DOWNING CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 847 yd |
| St Joseph'S College BELSTEAD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 852 yd |
| Pauls Sports Club SALMET CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 977 yd |
| Gippeswyk Park (Closed) Ancaster Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,086 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 68.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 215.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.