Nacton Road is in Ipswich and in Ipswich district. IP3 0NG is located in the Holywells electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nacton Road, Ipswich, IP3 0NG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP3 0PA, IP3 0NF, IP3 8EQ, IP3 0NR, IP3 0NW, IP3 8EG, IP3 0NP, IP3 0NE, IP3 8EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP3 0NG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 50.6% | 2.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 51.4% | 49.4% | -2.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 0NG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.3% 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 | 38.2% | 49.3% | 11.1% | 37.9% | 11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 34.3% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -9.9% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 3.9% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 7.2% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 | 46.2% | 37.7% | -8.5% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 38.5% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 17.6% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.6% | 26.7% | 1.1% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 13.6% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 13.1% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 12.6% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 27.7% | 6.4% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 92% | 87.9% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 6.5% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 92.8% | 88.2% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 4% | 7.6% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 87.9% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.4% | 76.7% | -9.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.9% | 37.2% | 14.7% |
| Christian | 30.1% | 46.2% | -16.1% |
| Buddhist | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nacton Road was 56.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.5% lower than the Holywells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nacton Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Holywells and the 200th lowest crime rate of 429 local areas in Ipswich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Nacton Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2019-05-15 | £271,891 |
| 1 Pound Cottage, 52 Nacton Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2015-12-15 | £234,351 |
| 52 Nacton Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,978 | 2007-06-01 | £230,846 |
| 52 Nacton Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2005-12-13 | £198,764 |
| 52 Nacton Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2001-06-08 | £238,776 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Chesterfield Drive , IP1 6DW | 4out of 4 | 4,774 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Hill Primary School Derby Road , IP3 8DL | - not rated | 507 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill Primary Derby Road , IP3 8DL | - not rated | 507 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Lane Primary School Cliff Lane , IP3 0PJ | - not rated | 611 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Lane Primary School Cliff Lane , IP3 0PJ | 3out of 4 | 611 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Murrayfield Community Primary School Nacton Road , IP3 9JL | - not rated | 856 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | 3out of 4 | 1,569 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | - not rated | 1,569 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Holywells High School Lindbergh Road , IP3 9PZ | - not rated | 1,735 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke High School Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | - not rated | 2,128 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | 3out of 4 | 2,128 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 1,262 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| One Sixth Form College Scrivener Drive , Pinewood IP8 3SU | - not rated | 5,326 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 | 5,326 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Suffolk Waterfront Building , Neptune Quay IP4 1QJ | - not rated | 1,157 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base Ipswich Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 4out of 4 | 1,424 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base, Ipswich Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | - not rated | 1,424 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderwood Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | - not rated | 1,498 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderwood Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 3out of 4 | 1,498 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | 175 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich | 311 yd | |
| Bishops Cafe & Kiosk | Stable Block, Cliff Lane | 366 yd | |
| Partyman World (Lakeside) Ltd | Partyman World of Play, 9 Cavendish Street | 765 yd | |
| Little Beans Limited | 37 Foxhall Road, Ipswich | 801 yd | |
| Neptunes Fish & Chips | 1 Tye Road, Ipswich | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Social Club Ltd | California Social Club, 191-199 Foxhall Road | 716 yd | |
| The Gardeners Arms | 75 Fore Hamlet, Ipswich | 823 yd | |
| Marlborough Bowling Club | Lansdowne Road, Ipswich | 963 yd | |
| The Harp Free House & Guest House | 213-215 Cauldwell Hall Road, Ipswich | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 105 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich | 190 yd | |
| Zwe Ton | 99-101 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich | 190 yd | |
| Indian Village | 172 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich | 315 yd | |
| China City | 176B Felixstowe Road, Ipswich | 315 yd | |
| Ocean Fish Bar | Ocean Fish and Chips, 165 Felixstowe Road | 320 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poundstretcher Limited | 4 Hines Road, Ipswich | 530 yd | |
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 34 Foxhall Road | 789 yd | |
| Tesco | 283 Duke Street, Ipswich | 849 yd | |
| Marina Supermarket Ltd | 56 Duke Street, Ipswich | 881 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Energie Fitness Ipswich 208A 208A FELIXSTOWE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 457 yd |
| Cliff Lane Primary School CLIFF LANE | grass pitches | 614 yd |
| Murray Road Park KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 637 yd |
| Profiles Gym Waterfront UNIVERSITY AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 954 yd |
| Landseer Park BMX CLUB BMX CLUB LANDSEER PARK | cycling | 1,032 yd |
| Foxhall Community Centre FOXHALL ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 1,080 yd |
| St Clements Golf Club FOXHALL ROAD | golf | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.