Swallow Road is in Ipswich and in Ipswich district. IP2 0TS is located in the Sprites electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swallow Road, Ipswich, IP2 0TS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP2 0ST, IP2 0TT, IP2 0TR, IP2 0SD, IP2 0TP, IP2 0SJ, IP2 0SB, IP2 0SU, IP2 0SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP2 0TS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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% | 54.5% | 3.6% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 45.5% | -3.6% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 | 31.4% | 34.1% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.4% | 41.6% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -2.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.5% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 11.2% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 11.2% | -1.5% | 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 | 38.7% | 42.7% | 4.0% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 31.5% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 18% | -3.6% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 6.4% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.5% | 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 IP2 0TS this area, 30.2% 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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 51.1% | 30.2% | -20.9% | 18.2% | 12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 16.5% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 14.2% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.1% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.7% | 13.2% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.6% | 17% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -16.8% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.1% 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% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 89.1% | -9.0% | 81.4% | 7.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 99.3% | 93.7% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 4.8% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 94.4% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.8% | 76.7% | -9.9% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 28.3% | 13.5% | 14.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 42.6% | 46.2% | -3.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swallow Road was 111.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.2% higher than the Sprites average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swallow Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Sprites and the 113th highest crime rate of 432 local areas in Ipswich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98 Swallow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2022-09-06 | £244,222 |
| 100 Swallow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2018-01-30 | £228,143 |
| 101 Swallow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2016-05-19 | £238,175 |
| 98 Swallow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2015-10-26 | £209,948 |
| 74 Swallow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2011-10-26 | £233,316 |
IP2 0TS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 54 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Chesterfield Drive , IP1 6DW | 4out of 4 | 4,029 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sprites Primary Academy Stonechat Road , IP2 0SA | 1out of 4 | 351 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaks Primary School Aster Road , IP2 0NR | 4out of 4 | 1,066 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gusford Community Primary School Sheldrake Drive , IP2 9LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,270 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sproughton Church of England Primary School Church Lane , Sproughton IP8 3BB | 3out of 4 | 1,778 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Willows Primary School Downing Close , IP2 9ER | 3out of 4 | 1,815 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,623 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | 2out of 4 | 3,106 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne Academy Marlow Road , IP1 5JN | 3out of 4 | 3,508 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Endeavour Academy Defoe Road , IP1 6SG | 3out of 4 | 5,234 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 | 374 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Suffolk New College Rope Walk , IP4 1LT | - not rated | 4,373 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catch 22 Include Primary School Suffolk Include Suffolk , Springvale Court IP8 3AS | - not rated | 823 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge School Sprites Lane , IP8 3ND | 1out of 4 | 834 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belstead House Adult Education Centre Sprites Lane , Belstead IP8 3NA | - not rated | 1,152 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stone Lodge Academy Stone Lodge Lane West , IP2 9HW | 3out of 4 | 1,870 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's College Belstead Road , Birkfield IP2 9DR | - not rated | 1,972 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Strokes | First Strokes Swim School, Springvale | 850 yd | |
| Dyer's Diner and Coffee Shop | Chantry Library, Hawthorn Drive | 851 yd | |
| Milk Shed Cafe | The Studio, Hadleigh Road | 905 yd | |
| St Francis with St Clare | St Francis Peace Cafe/ Top up Shop St Francis, 192 Hawthorn Drive | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Tree Farm | 3 Donald Mackintosh Way, Pinewood | 602 yd | |
| The Beagle | The Beagle, The Beagle, Hadleigh Road | 907 yd | |
| The Kingfisher Public House | 301 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich | 933 yd | |
| Belstead Arms Public House | Radcliffe Drive, Ipswich | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ipswich Codfellas | Codfellas Fish & Chip Shop, 33 Greenfinch Avenue | 231 yd | |
| Supreme Pizza & India Gate | India Gate & Supreme Pizza Unit 1, Laburnum Close | 370 yd | |
| Chantry Royal Fish & Chips | 259 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich | 1,001 yd | |
| Tony's Pizza and Grill | 291 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich | 1,001 yd | |
| Subway | 247 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Foodstore | Aldi Store Ltd, 2 Donald Mackintosh Way | 557 yd | |
| Poundland | Unit B, Copdock Interchange | 926 yd | |
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op Former, 247 Hawthorn Drive | 1,008 yd | |
| East of England Co-Op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 310 Sheldrake Drive | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Suffolk One SCRIVENER DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 306 yd |
| You Fit Health Club (Ipswich) LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 349 yd |
| Chantry Park LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 803 yd |
| The Bridge School SPRITES LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 818 yd |
| The Oaks Primary School ASTER ROAD | grass pitches | 975 yd |
| First Strokes Swim School Ipswich SPRINGVALE SPRINGVALE HADLEIGH ROAD | swimming pool | 988 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 159.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.