Fore Hamlet is in Ipswich and in Ipswich district. IP3 8AB 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 Fore Hamlet, Ipswich, IP3 8AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP3 8BD, IP3 0DZ, IP3 0DY, IP3 0FD, IP3 8AF, IP3 0DR, IP3 0FH, IP3 0FA, IP3 0FL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP3 8AB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.6% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.4% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 8AB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.9% 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 | 58% | 51.9% | -6.1% | 37.9% | 14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29% | 31.7% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 5.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 3.6% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 7.7% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 | 47.3% | 48% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 40.4% | 36.5% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 10.7% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 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 | 14.3% | 20.5% | 6.2% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 12.9% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 11.9% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.2% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 11.9% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 33.8% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 0.0% |
| Other | 17.7% | 2.9% | -14.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 4.3% | 5.4% | 1.1% | 3.1% | 2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% |
| White | 84.1% | 76.4% | -7.7% | 81.4% | -5.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 59.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.4% | 59.7% | -1.7% | 83.2% | -23.5% |
| European Union | 30% | 23% | -7.0% | 6.1% | 16.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.4% | 9.9% | 4.5% | 5.6% | 4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 61.4% | 59.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | -23.8% |
| 10+ Years | 21.3% | 9.4% | -11.9% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.7% | 7.4% | -2.3% | 2.9% | 4.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.1% | 12.3% | 6.2% | 2.2% | 10.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 11.5% | 10.1% | 1.9% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.9% | 76.7% | -23.8% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 6.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% |
| Romania | 6.1% | 0.9% | 5.2% |
| Other EU countries | 5.3% | 1.5% | 3.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 4.1% | 1.2% | 2.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas Territories | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.6% | 37.2% | 14.4% |
| Christian | 34.4% | 46.2% | -11.8% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 5.7% | 6.5% | -0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fore Hamlet was 63.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.6% lower than the Holywells average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fore Hamlet has the 11th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Holywells and the 214th lowest crime rate of 432 local areas in Ipswich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75 Fore Hamlet, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2004-02-27 | £689,153 |
IP3 8AB 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.
The percentage of student residents living in IP3 8AB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Retired | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 3,844 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Helen's Primary School Woodbridge Road , IP4 2LT | 3out of 4 | 689 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifford Road Primary School & Nursery Clifford Road , IP4 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 833 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliff Lane Primary School Cliff Lane , IP3 0PJ | 2out of 4 | 989 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich Bolton Lane , IP4 2BT | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Hill Primary Derby Road , IP3 8DL | 2out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke High School - Ormiston Academy Maidenhall Approach , IP2 8PL | 2out of 4 | 1,655 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | 3out of 4 | 2,123 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate High School Sidegate Lane West , IP4 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,677 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chantry Academy Mallard Way , IP2 9LR | 3out of 4 | 2,862 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic High School Digby Road , IP4 3NJ | 2out of 4 | 2,884 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 | 370 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| One Sixth Form College Scrivener Drive , Pinewood IP8 3SU | - not rated | 4,624 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 205 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Learning Support, Southern Area Education Office St Andrew House , County Hall IP4 1LJ | - not rated | 605 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Academy 291 Spring Road , IP4 5ND | 3out of 4 | 1,826 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipswich School Henley Road , IP1 3SG | - not rated | 1,880 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbridge Academy London Road , IP1 2HE | 3out of 4 | 2,081 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Partyman World (Lakeside) Ltd | Partyman World of Play, 9 Cavendish Street | 146 yd | |
| Neptunes Fish & Chips | 1 Tye Road, Ipswich | 172 yd | |
| Chutneyz | 54 Duke Street, Ipswich | 222 yd | |
| Mahzen | 11 Duke Street, Ipswich | 235 yd | |
| Cafe Marina | 1 University Avenue, Ipswich | 248 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardeners Arms | 75 Fore Hamlet, Ipswich | 10 yd | |
| Lord Nelson Public House | 81 Fore Street, Ipswich | 529 yd | |
| Bin93.uk | Former, 93 Fore Street | 536 yd | |
| Goals | Goals Soccer Centre, 35 Grimwade Street | 547 yd | |
| Isaacs | Isaac Lord Merchant Quarter, 7 Wherry Quay | 598 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express Kebab | 15 Tye Road, Ipswich | 172 yd | |
| Bella Napoli | 2 Pownall Road, Ipswich | 182 yd | |
| Papa John's | 283A Duke Street, Ipswich | 189 yd | |
| Juice Mix Bar | 132 Fore Street, Ipswich | 393 yd | |
| The Peking Express | 41 Foxhall Road, Ipswich | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 283 Duke Street, Ipswich | 186 yd | |
| Marina Supermarket Ltd | 56 Duke Street, Ipswich | 232 yd | |
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 34 Foxhall Road | 483 yd | |
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 89 Austin Street | 960 yd | |
| J Sainsbury Plc | Sainsbury's, 38-40 Upper Brook Street | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Profiles Gym Waterfront UNIVERSITY AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 241 yd |
| Suffolk New College Sports Centre ROPE WALK | 453 yd | |
| Adrenaline Gym (Closed) Rope Walk | health and fitness suite | 477 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Ipswich) GRIMWADE STREET | artificial grass pitch | 546 yd |
| Fore Street Pool FORE STREET | swimming pool | 588 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Ipswich) KEY STREET | health and fitness suite | 782 yd |
| Oaks Gym 45-47 45-47 UPPER ORWELL STREET | health and fitness suite | 821 yd |
| Cliff Lane Primary School CLIFF LANE | grass pitches | 902 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 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| 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.