Padstow Road is in Kesgrave, Ipswich and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP5 1LW is located in the Kesgrave electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Suffolk and North Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Padstow Road, Kesgrave, Ipswich, IP5 1LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP5 1LR, IP5 1LS, IP5 1LN, IP5 1LP, IP5 1LL, IP5 1LG, IP5 1LT, IP5 1LJ, IP5 1NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP5 1LW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.4% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.6% | 1.2% | 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 vicinity of IP5 1LW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.8% 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 | 16.3% | 20.8% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 58.8% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 14.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 7.7% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 11.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 | 34% | 30.7% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -17.7% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 45% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 11.4% |
| Fair health | 18% | 18.1% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 7% | 5% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.9% | 26.7% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 15.4% | 4.9% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 14.9% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 10.4% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 11.8% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 17.2% | -1.6% | 33.8% | -16.6% |
| Other | 7.5% | 3.6% | -3.9% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.9% | 97.5% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96.5% | 96.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 96.2% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.8% | 76.7% | 3.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.1% | 37.2% | -11.1% |
| Christian | 68.4% | 46.2% | 22.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Padstow Road was 90.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 185.1% higher than the Carlford & Fynn Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Padstow Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 109 local areas in Carlford & Fynn Valley and the 143rd highest crime rate of 847 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 326.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Padstow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2010-12-03 | £262,313 |
| 21 Padstow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 1999-04-26 | £418,049 |
| 28 Padstow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 1997-07-04 | £353,077 |
| 19 Padstow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £62,000 | 1997-04-30 | £322,539 |
| 25 Padstow Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £57,000 | 1996-08-16 | £330,460 |
IP5 1LW 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 IP5 1LW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Primary School, Kesgrave Bell Lane , Kesgrave IP5 1JG | 3out of 4 | 927 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedarwood Primary School Wilkinson Drive , Kesgrave IP5 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broke Hall Community Primary School Chatsworth Drive , IP4 5XD | - not rated | 1,542 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broke Hall Community Primary School Chatsworth Drive , IP4 5XD | 3out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Britannia Primary School and Nursery Britannia Road , IP4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 2,713 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave High School Main Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PB | - not rated | 1,763 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kesgrave High School Main Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PB | 3out of 4 | 1,763 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic High School Digby Road , IP4 3NJ | - not rated | 2,138 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic High School Digby Road , IP4 3NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,138 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | 3out of 4 | 2,451 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 | 4,635 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawe Manor School Bealings Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PU | - not rated | 2,807 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Parkside Academy 291 Spring Road , IP4 5ND | 3out of 4 | 2,974 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Parkside Pupil Referral Unit 291 Spring Road , IP4 5ND | - not rated | 2,974 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's Academy St Christopher's Hall , Renfrew Road IP4 3HG | 3out of 4 | 3,236 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's St Christopher's Hall , Renfrew Road IP4 3HG | - not rated | 3,236 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut & Rose | 32A Penzance Road, Kesgrave | 227 yd | |
| The Alishan Pavillion | 36 Penzance Road, Kesgrave | 265 yd | |
| Taste of India | 8 St Andrews Walk, Rushmere St Andrew | 745 yd | |
| Cafe 66 | The Scout Hall, Twelve Acre Approach | 934 yd | |
| Kesgrave Kitchen | 77 Main Road, Kesgrave | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave Social Club | Edmonton Road, Kesgrave | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beech Road Kebab Pizza House | 63 Beech Road, Rushmere St Andrew | 727 yd | |
| Fusion | 6 St Andrews Walk, Rushmere St Andrew | 745 yd | |
| Spedeworth Motorsports | Foxhall Stadium, Foxhall Road | 824 yd | |
| Kesgrave Fisheries | 7 Main Road, Kesgrave | 928 yd | |
| Number 1 Fish Bar | Unit 1, Ropes Drive | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Ropes Drive | 1,015 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave Community - Conference And Sports Centre Twelve Acre Approach | artificial grass pitch, cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 862 yd |
| Heath Primary School BELL LANE | grass pitches | 950 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 | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 40.0% |
| 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 | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.69 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.69 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.54 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.