Sidegate Lane is in Ipswich and in Ipswich district. IP4 3DN is located in the Rushmere electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sidegate Lane, Ipswich, IP4 3DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP4 3EQ, IP4 3DP, IP4 3DH, IP4 3DQ, IP4 3EE, IP4 3DW, IP4 3DB, IP4 3ER, IP4 3DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP4 3DN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 48.7% | 53.8% | 5.1% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 51.3% | 46.2% | -5.1% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 IP4 3DN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% 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 | 25.2% | 22.9% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.5% | 58.7% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.2% | 6.8% | 3.6% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 9.9% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.7% | 45.9% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 43.9% | 39.6% | -4.3% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 10.1% | 10% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 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 | 18.4% | 17.4% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 7.8% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 14.3% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 4.4% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 15.7% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.2% | 35.8% | 4.6% | 33.8% | 2.0% |
| Other | 3.2% | 4.4% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91% | 87.7% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 6.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 92.8% | 90.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 89.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.4% | 9.4% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 0.3% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sidegate Lane was 8.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.7% lower than the Rushmere average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sidegate Lane has the lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Rushmere and the 19th lowest crime rate of 429 local areas in Ipswich .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300 Sidegate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £276,400 | 2020-05-07 | £316,032 |
| 284 Sidegate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £316,000 | 2016-08-11 | £384,566 |
| 304 Sidegate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2016-07-21 | £374,740 |
| 288 Sidegate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2014-11-21 | £458,667 |
| 304 Sidegate Lane, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2013-10-25 | £388,170 |
IP4 3DN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 IP4 3DN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 115 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,810 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushmere Hall Primary School Lanark Road , IP4 3EJ | - not rated | 424 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushmere Hall Primary School Lanark Road , IP4 3EJ | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushmere Hall Junior School Lanark Road , IP4 3EJ | - not rated | 424 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushmere Hall Infant School Lanark Road , IP4 3EJ | - not rated | 424 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidegate Primary School Sidegate Lane , IP4 4JD | 3out of 4 | 722 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate High School Sidegate Lane West , IP4 3DL | - not rated | 182 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic High School Digby Road , IP4 3NJ | - not rated | 1,615 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic High School Digby Road , IP4 3NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,615 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | 3out of 4 | 2,233 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | - not rated | 2,233 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 | 2,471 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Christopher's Academy St Christopher's Hall , Renfrew Road IP4 3HG | 3out of 4 | 577 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's St Christopher's Hall , Renfrew Road IP4 3HG | - not rated | 577 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodbridge Road Academy 50 Russet Road , IP4 2EB | - not rated | 1,484 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Academy 291 Spring Road , IP4 5ND | 3out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Pupil Referral Unit 291 Spring Road , IP4 5ND | - not rated | 1,508 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe 6 | Northgate High School, Sidegate Lane | 233 yd | |
| Humber Doucy Sports And Social Club | Sports Ground 5, Humber Doucy Lane | 589 yd | |
| Venue 16 | 312 Tuddenham Road, Ipswich | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal George | The Royal George Public House, 109 Colchester Road | 303 yd | |
| The Selkirk Public House | 24 Selkirk Road, Ipswich | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Taste Takeaway | Good Taste Chinese Takeaway, 175 Brunswick Road | 739 yd | |
| Rushmere Takeaway | 20 Selkirk Road, Ipswich | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East of England Co-op Foodstore | East of England Co-op, 65-67 Colchester Road | 418 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northgate High School SIDEGATE LANE | grass pitches | 190 yd |
| Northgate Sports Centre SIDEGATE LANE WEST | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 283 yd |
| Rushmere Hall Primary School 20A 20A LANARK ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 429 yd |
| Greshams Sports & Social Club TUDDENHAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 520 yd |
| Ipswich Sports Club Hockey Pitch TUDDENHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 536 yd |
| Ipswich Rugby Club IPSWICH RUGBY CLUB GROUND IPSWICH RUGBY CLUB GROUND HUMBER DOUCY LANE | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Ransomes Sports And Social Club SIDEGATE AVENUE | grass pitches | 657 yd |
| Sidegate Primary School SIDEGATE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 840 yd |
| St John'S Urc Tennis Club WESTBURY ROAD | tennis courts | 916 yd |
| Dumbarton Road Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND DUMBARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 998 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 231.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.