Cliff Lane is in Ipswich and in Ipswich district. IP3 0PQ 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 Cliff Lane, Ipswich, IP3 0PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP3 0QA, IP3 0PE, IP3 0PG, IP3 0PH, IP3 0PZ, IP3 0QB, IP3 0PJ, IP3 0PD, IP3 0QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP3 0PQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.9% 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 | 54.7% | 55.9% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 4.9% |
| Male | 45.3% | 44.1% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -4.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of IP3 0PQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24% | 20.1% | -3.9% | 37.9% | -17.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 57% | 5.3% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 8.7% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 12.6% | 12.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.9% | 41% | -0.9% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 37.5% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 16% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 26.5% | 25% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 8.3% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 14.7% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 8.3% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 17% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 24.4% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.3% 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% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.2% | 89.3% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 7.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 94.8% | 89% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 4.4% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 4.1% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 89.5% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.1% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cliff Lane was 67.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.2% lower than the Holywells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cliff Lane has the 11th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Holywells and the 197th highest crime rate of 429 local areas in Ipswich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95 Cliff Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £128,580 | 2016-03-18 | £174,103 |
| 109A Cliff Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2014-04-09 | £310,779 |
| 97C Cliff Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2012-01-06 | £78,083 |
| 97C Cliff Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2008-02-08 | £102,394 |
| 111A Cliff Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2004-02-02 | £348,232 |
IP3 0PQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 IP3 0PQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 129 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Chesterfield Drive , IP1 6DW | 4out of 4 | 4,802 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Lane Primary School Cliff Lane , IP3 0PJ | - not rated | 133 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Lane Primary School Cliff Lane , IP3 0PJ | 3out of 4 | 133 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Murrayfield Community Primary School Nacton Road , IP3 9JL | - not rated | 968 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Murrayfield Primary - A Paradigm Academy Nacton Road , IP3 9JL | - not rated | 968 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill Primary School Derby Road , IP3 8DL | - not rated | 987 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke High School Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | - not rated | 1,726 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | 3out of 4 | 1,726 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holywells High School Lindbergh Road , IP3 9PZ | - not rated | 1,806 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | 3out of 4 | 2,046 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | - not rated | 2,046 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,345 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| One Sixth Form College Scrivener Drive , Pinewood IP8 3SU | - not rated | 4,961 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 | 4,961 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 | 1,138 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base Ipswich Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 4out of 4 | 1,138 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base, Ipswich Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | - not rated | 1,138 yd | Pupil referral unit | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderwood Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderwood Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 3out of 4 | 1,209 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishops Cafe & Kiosk | Stable Block, Cliff Lane | 170 yd | |
| A Listers at Aurora | Former Tented Building, Helena Road | 669 yd | |
| Neptunes Fish & Chips | 1 Tye Road, Ipswich | 767 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | 175 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich | 778 yd | |
| Chutneyz | 54 Duke Street, Ipswich | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardeners Arms | 75 Fore Hamlet, Ipswich | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coffee Barber | 105A Cliff Lane, Ipswich | 10 yd | |
| Master Chef Chinese Takeaway | 103 Cliff Lane, Ipswich | 10 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 105 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich | 664 yd | |
| Zwe Ton | 99-101 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich | 664 yd | |
| Indian Village | 172 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich | 760 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 283 Duke Street, Ipswich | 801 yd | |
| Marina Supermarket Ltd | 56 Duke Street, Ipswich | 807 yd | |
| Poundstretcher Limited | 4 Hines Road, Ipswich | 952 yd | |
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 34 Foxhall Road | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cliff Lane Primary School CLIFF LANE | grass pitches | 135 yd |
| Landseer Park BMX CLUB BMX CLUB LANDSEER PARK | cycling | 802 yd |
| Energie Fitness Ipswich 208A 208A FELIXSTOWE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 876 yd |
| Profiles Gym Waterfront UNIVERSITY AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 888 yd |
| Murray Road Park KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 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 | 45.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.