Barnham Place is in Rushmere St Andrew, Ipswich and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP5 1NX 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 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barnham Place, Rushmere St Andrew, Ipswich, IP5 1NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP5 1NJ, IP5 1NZ, IP5 1AY, IP5 1WA, IP5 1AU, IP5 1GX, IP5 1LF, IP4 5QU, IP4 5QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP5 1NX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.4% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.6% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 1NX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.9% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22% | 33.6% | 11.6% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 55.9% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 11.7% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 1.6% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 3.6% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (90.1%) 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 | 64.7% | 58.3% | -6.4% | 48.4% | 9.9% |
| Good health | 24.6% | 31.8% | 7.2% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 7.1% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 13.1% | 12.8% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 8.6% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 17.4% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 3.9% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.5% | 21.7% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.7% | 33.6% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -0.2% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.6% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 96.1% | 97.7% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 97.7% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.3% | 37.2% | 11.1% |
| Christian | 47.3% | 46.2% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barnham Place was 28.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.4% lower than the Carlford & Fynn Valley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Barnham Place has the 37th highest crime rate of 109 local areas in Carlford & Fynn Valley and the 344th lowest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.2%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Barnham Place, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2017-05-18 | £409,275 |
| 2 Barnham Place, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2016-01-26 | £476,237 |
| 4 Barnham Place, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2014-07-18 | £570,941 |
| 1 Barnham Place, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2012-03-05 | £602,259 |
| 2 Barnham Place, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £249,995 | 2007-05-08 | £432,017 |
IP5 1NX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 123 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Information and communication | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broke Hall Community Primary School Chatsworth Drive , IP4 5XD | 3out of 4 | 999 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heath Primary School, Kesgrave Bell Lane , Kesgrave IP5 1JG | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedarwood Primary School Wilkinson Drive , Kesgrave IP5 2ES | 3out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Britannia Primary School and Nursery Britannia Road , IP4 5HE | 3out of 4 | 2,008 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Ipswich Victory Road , IP4 4LE | 3out of 4 | 2,514 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Alban's Catholic High School Digby Road , IP4 3NJ | 2out of 4 | 1,426 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | 3out of 4 | 1,742 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kesgrave High School Main Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PB | 3out of 4 | 2,313 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate High School Sidegate Lane West , IP4 3DL | 3out of 4 | 3,193 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipswich Academy Braziers Wood Road , IP3 0SP | 3out of 4 | 4,047 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 | 3,909 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Academy 291 Spring Road , IP4 5ND | 3out of 4 | 2,232 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher's Academy St Christopher's Hall , Renfrew Road IP4 3HG | 3out of 4 | 2,596 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Skill Centre Wolsey House , 2-5 The Drift IP3 9QR | - not rated | 3,137 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Bobby Robson School Lindbergh Road , IP3 9FA | - not rated | 3,175 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Suffolk Waterfront Building , Neptune Quay IP4 1QJ | - not rated | 4,041 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of India | 8 St Andrews Walk, Rushmere St Andrew | 246 yd | |
| Chestnut & Rose | 32A Penzance Road, Kesgrave | 793 yd | |
| The Alishan Pavillion | 36 Penzance Road, Kesgrave | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave Social Club | Edmonton Road, Kesgrave | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion | 6 St Andrews Walk, Rushmere St Andrew | 246 yd | |
| Beech Road Kebab Pizza House | 63 Beech Road, Rushmere St Andrew | 352 yd | |
| Kesgrave Fisheries | 7 Main Road, Kesgrave | 870 yd | |
| Spedeworth Motorsports | Foxhall Stadium, Foxhall Road | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Broke Hall Community Primary School CHATSWORTH DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,057 yd |
| Rushmere Golf Club | golf | 1,068 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 34.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.