The Garrards is in Kesgrave, Ipswich and in Suffolk Coastal district. IP5 2HF 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 2007-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Garrards, Kesgrave, Ipswich, IP5 2HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP5 2HD, IP5 2HG, IP5 2HE, IP5 2HH, IP5 1NB, IP5 1NA, IP5 2HB, IP5 2DE, IP5 2BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP5 2HF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 52.4% | 52.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 2HF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.5% 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 | 30.1% | 30.4% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 53.5% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 9.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 9.4% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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 (91.1%) 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 | 58.7% | 62.7% | 4.0% | 48.4% | 14.3% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 28.4% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 5.2% | 6.7% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -6.0% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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.
In the area around IP5 2HF this area, 5.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.4% | 5.9% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 9.7% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 19.4% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.7% | 24.9% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 8.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.8% | 35.5% | -6.3% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 90.5% | 86.4% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 5.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 89.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 89.7% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 3.2% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.2% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.8% | 89.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 5.8% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 0.4% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 1.2% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54% | 37.2% | 16.8% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2.6% | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Garrards was 61.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 104.9% higher than the Carlford & Fynn Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Garrards has the 12th highest crime rate of 109 local areas in Carlford & Fynn Valley and the 235th highest crime rate of 853 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Garrards, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £347,000 | 2023-02-17 | £337,206 |
| 15 The Garrards, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2022-12-16 | £374,065 |
| 2 The Garrards, Ipswich, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-08-05 | £172,387 |
| 9 The Garrards, Ipswich, Suffolk Terraced, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2022-03-23 | £335,372 |
| 2 The Garrards, Ipswich, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £157,750 | 2021-05-28 | £167,996 |
IP5 2HF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 161 |
| Part-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 24 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedarwood Primary School Wilkinson Drive , Kesgrave IP5 2ES | 3out of 4 | 569 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heath Primary School, Kesgrave Bell Lane , Kesgrave IP5 1JG | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broke Hall Community Primary School Chatsworth Drive , IP4 5XD | 3out of 4 | 2,037 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorseland Primary School Deben Avenue , Martlesham Heath IP5 3QR | 4out of 4 | 2,282 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Birchwood Primary School Valiant Road , Martlesham Heath IP5 3SP | 4out of 4 | 2,685 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave High School Main Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PB | 3out of 4 | 1,445 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Catholic High School Digby Road , IP4 3NJ | 2out of 4 | 2,669 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Copleston High School Copleston Road , IP4 5HD | 3out of 4 | 2,991 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate High School Sidegate Lane West , IP4 3DL | 3out of 4 | 4,387 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ipswich Academy Braziers Wood Road , IP3 0SP | 3out of 4 | 4,790 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 | 5,179 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 | 3,522 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 | 3,722 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| New Skill Centre Wolsey House , 2-5 The Drift IP3 9QR | - not rated | 3,795 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir Bobby Robson School Lindbergh Road , IP3 9FA | - not rated | 3,976 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| First Base Ipswich Academy Raeburn Road , IP3 0EW | 4out of 4 | 5,000 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alishan Pavillion | 36 Penzance Road, Kesgrave | 500 yd | |
| Chestnut & Rose | 32A Penzance Road, Kesgrave | 546 yd | |
| Cafe 66 | The Scout Hall, Twelve Acre Approach | 711 yd | |
| TC Facilities Management (At Tesco) | Tesco Supermarket, Ropes Drive | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave Social Club | Edmonton Road, Kesgrave | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number 1 Fish Bar | Unit 1, Ropes Drive | 746 yd | |
| Spedeworth Motorsports | Foxhall Stadium, Foxhall Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Supermarket, Ropes Drive | 763 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cedarwood Primary School WILKINSON DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 448 yd |
| Kesgrave Community - Conference And Sports Centre Twelve Acre Approach | artificial grass pitch, cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 535 yd |
| Heath Primary School BELL LANE | grass pitches | 910 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.