IP5 3RG is in Martlesham Heath, Ipswich and Suffolk Coastal district. IP5 3RG is located in the Martlesham & Purdis Farm electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Suffolk Coastal. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, IP5 3RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP5 3RG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 48.5% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 48.7% | 51.5% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.6% | 35% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 46.7% | 6.9% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 23.5% | 11.7% | -11.8% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 | 41% | 30.4% | -10.6% | 48.4% | -18.0% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 46.4% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 12.8% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 15.9% | 6.5% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 5.1% | -3.4% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.4% | 21% | 1.6% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 12.9% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 12.9% | -5.5% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 7.3% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 20.2% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 25% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 5.1% | 0.8% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.5% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96.6% | 94.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 94.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.7% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.7% | 37.2% | 17.5% |
| Christian | 38.7% | 46.2% | -7.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around IP5 3RG was 137.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 543.3% higher than the Kesgrave average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
IP5 3RG has the 5th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Kesgrave and the 71st highest crime rate of 850 local areas in East Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -5.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martlesham Heath Business Park, Ipswich, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £51,000,000 | 2018-02-01 | £51,637,500 |
IP5 3RG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 44 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Primary School Valiant Road , Martlesham Heath IP5 3SP | 4out of 4 | 937 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Martlesham Primary School Black Tiles Lane , Martlesham IP12 4SS | - not rated | 1,377 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Martlesham Primary Academy Black Tiles Lane , Martlesham IP12 4SS | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gorseland Primary School Deben Avenue , Martlesham Heath IP5 3QR | 2out of 4 | 1,405 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cedarwood Primary School Wilkinson Drive , Kesgrave IP5 2ES | 3out of 4 | 3,056 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 | - not rated | 2,837 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kesgrave High School Main Road , Kesgrave IP5 2PB | 3out of 4 | 2,837 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farlingaye High School Ransom Road , IP12 4JX | 3out of 4 | 4,911 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farlingaye High School Ransom Road , IP12 4JX | - not rated | 4,911 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Middle School Beech Way , IP12 4BW | - not rated | 3,813 yd | Community school | 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 | 2,113 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Anne's School Crown Place , IP12 1BU | - not rated | 4,489 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Woodbridge School Burkitt Road , IP12 4JH | - not rated | 4,701 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lounge 25 | 25 Betts Avenue, Martlesham Heath | 151 yd | |
| Subway | 3A Hawker Drive, Martlesham Heath | 195 yd | |
| Costa (Drive Thru) | 114 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath | 365 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 2 Beardmore Park, Martlesham Heath | 370 yd | |
| Play2Day Nursery | Play 2 Day, 11 Gloster Road | 383 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Bader | Douglas Bader Public House, 29 The Square | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martlesham Pizza / Chilli And Spice | 21 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath | 53 yd | |
| Michaels Kitchen | 17 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath | 53 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 1A, Betts Avenue | 173 yd | |
| Admirals Fish & Chip Shop | 11 The Square, Martlesham Heath | 720 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 15 Beardmore Park, Martlesham Heath | 370 yd | |
| Tesco | 126 Anson Road, Martlesham Heath | 552 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 19 - 21 The Square, Martlesham Heath | 701 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Martlesham Leisure Health & Fitness Club GLOSTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 385 yd |
| Martlesham Heath Green WARREN LANE | grass pitches | 839 yd |
| Birchwood Primary School VALIANT ROAD | grass pitches | 937 yd |
| Suffolk Constabulary Ground 1 POLICE BUNGALOW 1 POLICE BUNGALOW PORTAL AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 97.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 46.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.