Hawke Road is in Ipswich and in Ipswich district. IP3 0HW is located in the Gainsborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hawke Road, Ipswich, IP3 0HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP3 0HN, IP3 0HR, IP3 0HS, IP3 0HL, IP3 0JE, IP3 0HT, IP3 0HH, IP3 0EJ, IP3 0EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP3 0HW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% 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 | 56.7% | 55.7% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 43.3% | 44.3% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -4.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around IP3 0HW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 53.4% | 46.7% | -6.7% | 37.9% | 8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.8% | 33.7% | 7.9% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Separated | 5.7% | 3.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 13.4% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 3% | 2.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 | 51.6% | 45.9% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 37.4% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 11.9% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
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 18.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.3% | 23.3% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 13% | -7.5% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 17.6% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 4.6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 16.4% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 18.7% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -15.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 6.5% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 3.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 87.6% | 84.1% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 2.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 85.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 85.4% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 8.9% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 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 | 90.9% | 84.8% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.8% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.8% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.9% | 76.7% | -16.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 28.5% | 13.5% | 15.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 61.8% | 37.2% | 24.6% |
| Christian | 29.2% | 46.2% | -17.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hawke Road was 25.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.6% lower than the Gainsborough average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Hawke Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Gainsborough and the 89th lowest crime rate of 429 local areas in Ipswich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Hawke Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-06-16 | £180,752 |
| 18 Hawke Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2020-12-22 | £159,859 |
| 20 Hawke Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £61,000 | 2009-07-27 | £113,407 |
| 18 Hawke Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £95,500 | 2004-11-12 | £165,840 |
| 18 Hawke Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £74,000 | 2002-08-23 | £186,194 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Looking after home or family | 31 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orwell Junior School Robeck Road , IP3 0HS | - not rated | 86 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Piper's Vale Primary - A Paradigm Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 3out of 4 | 425 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Piper's Vale Community Primary School Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | - not rated | 425 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Raeburn Infant School Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | - not rated | 476 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Lane Primary School Cliff Lane , IP3 0PJ | - not rated | 912 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ipswich Academy Braziers Wood Road , IP3 0SP | 2out of 4 | 1,420 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holywells High School Lindbergh Road , IP3 9PZ | - not rated | 1,672 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke High School Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | - not rated | 1,794 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | 3out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | 3out of 4 | 2,798 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk New College Rope Walk , IP4 1LT | - not rated | 2,246 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| One Sixth Form College Scrivener Drive , Pinewood IP8 3SU | - not rated | 4,931 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suffolk One Scrivener Drive , Pinewood IP8 3SU | - not rated | 4,931 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Base Ipswich Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 4out of 4 | 453 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base, Ipswich Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | - not rated | 453 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderwood Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | - not rated | 476 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderwood Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 3out of 4 | 476 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Bobby Robson School Lindbergh Road , IP3 9FA | 3out of 4 | 1,596 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| G-L-C Cafe | 394 Landseer Road, Ipswich | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Express | Golden Express Takeaway, 3 Frobisher Road | 63 yd | |
| Hot Stuff Fish & Chips | 4 Reynolds Road, Ipswich | 659 yd | |
| South China Take Away | 2A Reynolds Road, Ipswich | 659 yd | |
| Star Grill | 6 Reynolds Road, Ipswich | 659 yd | |
| Mamma Mia | 211 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 217-221 Clapgate Lane | 837 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Landseer Park BMX CLUB BMX CLUB LANDSEER PARK | cycling | 574 yd |
| Cliff Lane Primary School CLIFF LANE | grass pitches | 908 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 | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 119.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.