Clapgate Lane is in Ipswich and in Ipswich district. IP3 0RE 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 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich, IP3 0RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP3 0RA, IP3 9JT, IP3 0QJ, IP3 9JU, IP3 9JS, IP3 9JX, IP3 0PT, IP3 9EH, IP3 0PS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP3 0RE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 49.7% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.3% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 0RE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% 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 | 28.1% | 26.2% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 58.1% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 13.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 7.3% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 43.2% | 46.4% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 34.4% | -2.5% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 12.6% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 27.7% | 17.1% | -10.6% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 12.7% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 15.5% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 6% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 20.3% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 25.1% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -8.7% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.2% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.4% | 95.4% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.4% 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 | 95.3% | 97.4% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 97.4% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.8% | 13.5% | 5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clapgate Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Holywells average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-03-04 | £244,221 |
| 98 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £271,500 | 2021-04-12 | £312,656 |
| 50 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2020-12-18 | £253,946 |
| 44 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2020-08-28 | £380,738 |
| 62 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2019-12-05 | £277,586 |
IP3 0RE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Nursery School Chesterfield Drive , IP1 6DW | 4out of 4 | 5,432 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murrayfield Primary - A Paradigm Academy Nacton Road , IP3 9JL | 1out of 4 | 501 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Lane Primary School Cliff Lane , IP3 0PJ | 2out of 4 | 685 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Piper's Vale Primary - A Paradigm Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 2out of 4 | 728 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill Primary Derby Road , IP3 8DL | 2out of 4 | 1,126 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morland Church of England Primary School Morland Road , IP3 0LH | 1out of 4 | 1,332 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ipswich Academy Braziers Wood Road , IP3 0SP | 3out of 4 | 1,449 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | 3out of 4 | 2,053 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | 2out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic High School Digby Road , IP4 3NJ | 2out of 4 | 3,171 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chantry Academy Mallard Way , IP2 9LR | 3out of 4 | 3,660 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,950 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| One Sixth Form College Scrivener Drive , Pinewood IP8 3SU | - not rated | 5,414 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 646 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Alderwood Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 3out of 4 | 719 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Bobby Robson School Lindbergh Road , IP3 9FA | - not rated | 1,172 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Skill Centre Wolsey House , 2-5 The Drift IP3 9QR | - not rated | 1,655 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Suffolk Waterfront Building , Neptune Quay IP4 1QJ | - not rated | 1,764 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenny's Cafe | 348 Nacton Road, Ipswich | 548 yd | |
| G-L-C Cafe | 394 Landseer Road, Ipswich | 631 yd | |
| The Hub Cafe | 43 Queens Way, Ipswich | 764 yd | |
| Rendezvous Coffee Shop Ltd | Rendezvous Coffee Shop, 60 Queens Way | 773 yd | |
| Bishops Cafe & Kiosk | Stable Block, Cliff Lane | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Hind Public House | 470-478 Nacton Road, Ipswich | 932 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mamma Mia | 211 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich | 317 yd | |
| Golden Palace | 215 Clapgate Lane, Ipswich | 317 yd | |
| Tasty Wok | 304 Nacton Road, Ipswich | 382 yd | |
| Nacton Fried Chicken | 356 Nacton Road, Ipswich | 548 yd | |
| Nacton Road Fish Bar | 342 Nacton Road, Ipswich | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 217-221 Clapgate Lane | 508 yd | |
| Tesco | 312-316 Nacton Road, Ipswich | 548 yd | |
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 64-66 Queens Way | 793 yd | |
| Poundstretcher Limited | 4 Hines Road, Ipswich | 932 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Landseer Park BMX CLUB BMX CLUB LANDSEER PARK | cycling | 257 yd |
| Murray Road Park KING EDWARD ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 635 yd |
| Cliff Lane Primary School CLIFF LANE | grass pitches | 825 yd |
| Energie Fitness Ipswich 208A 208A FELIXSTOWE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 887 yd |
| Ipswich Academy (Closed) Lindbergh Road | grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.