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Arundel Way is in Ipswich and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP3 8QF is located in the Rushmere St Andrew electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Suffolk and North Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Arundel Way, Ipswich, IP3 8QF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: IP3 8QE, IP3 8QJ, IP3 8SE, IP3 8RZ, IP3 8QG, IP3 8QQ, IP3 8QR, IP3 8QN, IP3 8QL.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP3 8QF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female49.2%48.6%-0.6% 51.0% -2.4%
Male50.8%51.4%0.6% 49.0% 2.4%

Partnership Status

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 8QF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single21%21.2%0.2% 37.9% -16.7%
Married: Opposite sex64.5%62.9%-1.6% 44.2% 18.7%
Separated2.2%2.2%0.0% 2.2% 0.0%
Divorced3.6%5.4%1.8% 9.1% -3.7%
Widowed8.7%8.3%-0.4% 6.1% 2.2%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health45.5%43.1%-2.4% 48.4% -5.3%
Good health34.8%40.6%5.8% 33.6% 7.0%
Fair health15.1%12.5%-2.6% 12.7% -0.2%
Bad health3.4%3.4%0.0% 4.0% -0.6%
Very bad health1.2%0.3%-0.9% 1.2% -0.9%

Education and Qualifications

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications17.8%13.7%-4.1% 18.2% -4.5%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 12.7%10.5%-2.2% 9.6% 0.9%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels21%14.4%-6.6% 13.4% 1.0%
Apprenticeship8%9%1.0% 5.3% 3.7%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels10.9%17.7%6.8% 16.9% 0.8%
Degree or Similar25.4%28.5%3.1% 33.8% -5.3%
Other4.3%6.1%1.8% 2.8% 3.3%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0.9%0%-0.9% 0.7% -0.7%
Indian0.9%1.6%0.7% 3.1% -1.5%
Pakistani1.5%0%-1.5% 2.7% -2.7%
Other Asian0.3%1.3%1.0% 1.6% -0.3%
Black African0%0.3%0.3% 2.5% -2.2%
Mixed White and Asian0.9%1.3%0.4% 0.8% 0.5%
Mixed White and African0%0.3%0.3% 0.4% -0.1%
Mixed Other0.6%2.2%1.6% 0.8% 1.4%
White93.2%92.8%-0.4% 81.4% 11.4%
Other1.5%0.3%-1.2% 1.6% -1.3%

Country of Birth

In this area, 90.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom93.5%90.9%-2.6% 83.2% 7.7%
European Union0.6%1.6%1.0% 6.1% -4.5%
Africa1.2%1.6%0.4% 2.7% -1.1%
Middle East and Asia3.7%2.8%-0.9% 5.6% -2.8%
The Americas and the Caribbean0.9%2.8%1.9% 1.3% 1.5%
Oceania0%0.3%0.3% 0.3% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK93.5%90.6%-2.9% 83.2% 7.4%
10+ Years0%6.3%6.3% 9.8% -3.5%
5-10 Years0%0.6%0.6% 2.9% -2.3%
2-5 Years0.6%1.3%0.7% 2.2% -0.9%
Less than 2 years5.8%1.3%-4.5% 1.9% -0.6%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom84.6% 76.7% 7.9%
Romania1.3% 0.9% 0.4%
Other EU countries0.3% 1.5% -1.2%
North America and the Caribbean1.6% 0.3% 1.3%
Central and South America0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
No passport held11.9% 13.5% -1.6%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion36.6% 37.2% -0.6%
Christian58.8% 46.2% 12.6%
Hindu2.5% 1.7% 0.8%
Not answered2.2% 6.0% -3.8%

Safety

Is Arundel Way Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arundel Way was 3.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.1% lower than the Carlford & Fynn Valley average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.

Arundel Way has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 109 local areas in Carlford & Fynn Valley and the 5th lowest crime rate of 850 local areas in East Suffolk .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -92.8%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£54,500
Income Rank
8/10

Household Income in IP3 8QF, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Arundel Way are based on 95 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Suffolk Coastal.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Arundel Way, Ipswich, IP3 8QF

Estimated Average Property Prices for IP3 8QF

Average Price
£403,790
Semi-Detached
£343,958
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£427,723
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Arundel Way

Average Price
£363,730
Semi-Detached
£346,758
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£397,143
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Arundel WayStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
58 Arundel Way, Ipswich, Suffolk
Detached, an established residential building
£395,0002025-03-28 £390,363
61 Arundel Way, Ipswich, Suffolk
Detached, an established residential building
£415,0002022-07-20 £390,936
60 Arundel Way, Ipswich, Suffolk
Detached, an established residential building
£427,0002022-01-31 £428,388
61 Arundel Way, Ipswich, Suffolk
Detached, an established residential building
£345,0002020-09-07 £383,978
59 Arundel Way, Ipswich, Suffolk
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£275,0002020-03-04 £329,373
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for IP3 8QF

Employment

IP3 8QF 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 retired residents living in IP3 8QF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired118
Full-Time Employee78
Part-Time Employee36
Self-Employed23
Student (economically inactive)7
Looking after home or family6
Full-Time Student (with or without job)5
Unemployed5
Long-Term Sick or disabled1
Other0

Employment Industry

Human health and social work activities19
Construction17
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles16
Transport and storage13
Education10
Other10
Information and communication9
Administrative and support service activities7
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security7
Professional, scientific and technical activities6
Manufacturing6
Accommodation and food service activities5
Financial and insurance activities5
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Real estate activities1

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Broke Hall Community Primary School
Chatsworth Drive , IP4 5XD
- not rated 643 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Broke Hall Community Primary School
Chatsworth Drive , IP4 5XD
3out of 4 643 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Britannia Primary School and Nursery
Britannia Road , IP4 5HE
3out of 4 1,612 yd Academy sponsor led Yes Mixed More About School
Britannia Primary School and Nursery
Britannia Road , IP4 5HE
- not rated 1,613 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Murrayfield Community Primary School
Nacton Road , IP3 9JL
- not rated 1,889 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Copleston High School
Copleston Road , IP4 5HD
3out of 4 1,474 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Copleston High School
Copleston Road , IP4 5HD
- not rated 1,474 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Holywells High School
Lindbergh Road , IP3 9PZ
- not rated 1,614 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Alban's Catholic High School
Digby Road , IP4 3NJ
- not rated 2,153 yd Voluntary aided school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Alban's Catholic High School
Digby Road , IP4 3NJ
3out of 4 2,153 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Suffolk New College
Rope Walk , IP4 1LT
- not rated 3,436 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
New Skill Centre
Wolsey House , 2-5 The Drift IP3 9QR
- not rated 1,623 yd Other independent special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Sir Bobby Robson School
Lindbergh Road , IP3 9FA
3out of 4 1,719 yd Free schools special No Mixed More About School
Parkside Academy
291 Spring Road , IP4 5ND
3out of 4 2,268 yd Academy alternative provision converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Parkside Pupil Referral Unit
291 Spring Road , IP4 5ND
- not rated 2,268 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
First Base Ipswich Academy
Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW
4out of 4 2,734 yd Academy alternative provision converter Yes Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Nice & Spice LtdJaipur, 103 Penshurst Road263 yd
Ipswich Golf ClubBucklesham Road, Purdis Farm780 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Golf HotelThe Golf Hotel, 748 Foxhall Road397 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Fresh Fry107 Penshurst Road, Ipswich267 yd
Mandarin623 Foxhall Road, Ipswich845 yd
Shener's Kebabs5 Heath Road, Ipswich884 yd
KFC484 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich1,010 yd
Subway482 Felixstowe Road, Ipswich1,010 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
East of England Co-Op FoodstoreEast of England Co-op, 123 Penshurst Road272 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Broke Hall Community Primary School
CHATSWORTH DRIVE
grass pitches639 yd
Ipswich Golf Club Ltd
PURDIS HEATH PURDIS HEATH BUCKLESHAM ROAD
golf733 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed47.5 Mbit/s
Average download speed101.2 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed350 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed350 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed10 Mbit/s
Average upload speed13.1 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed35 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.