Wainwright Gardens is in Great Blakenham, Ipswich and in Mid Suffolk district. IP6 0NN is located in the Blakenham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Suffolk and North Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wainwright Gardens, Great Blakenham, Ipswich, IP6 0NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP6 0NE, IP6 0NQ, IP6 0LQ, IP6 0NP, IP6 0LH, IP6 0LJ, IP6 0LL, IP6 0LN, IP6 0NH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around IP6 0NN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.1% | 50.8% | 4.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 53.9% | 49.2% | -4.7% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around IP6 0NN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.4% | 49.8% | 19.4% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.1% | 40.6% | -7.5% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 7.8% | -5.3% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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 (93.1%) 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 | 58.9% | 58.4% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 10.0% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 34.7% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 5.7% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -7.0% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 IP6 0NN this area, 7.4% 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 | 18% | 7.4% | -10.6% | 18.2% | -10.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 4.2% | -9.3% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 13.4% | -8.7% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 6.9% | -1.4% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 30.1% | 15.2% | 16.9% | 13.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19% | 36.1% | 17.1% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.9% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 97.1% | 95.8% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 3.8% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.8% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 64.1% | 37.2% | 26.9% |
| Christian | 31.7% | 46.2% | -14.5% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wainwright Gardens was 158.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 621.9% higher than the Battisford & Ringshall average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Wainwright Gardens has the highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Battisford & Ringshall and the 8th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 122.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% 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 Wainwright Gardens, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-12-02 | £373,510 |
| 5 Wainwright Gardens, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £428,100 | 2022-05-05 | £447,275 |
| 16 Wainwright Gardens, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-03-26 | £357,909 |
| 1 Wainwright Gardens, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £202,500 | 2016-04-20 | £274,099 |
| 3 Wainwright Gardens, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2014-07-25 | £292,285 |
IP6 0NN 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 | 140 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claydon Primary School Lancaster Way , Claydon IP6 0DX | 3out of 4 | 1,971 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somersham Primary School Church Lane , Lower Somersham IP8 4PN | 2out of 4 | 3,675 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Duckamere , Bramford IP8 4AH | 3out of 4 | 4,731 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beeches Community Primary School Shakespeare Road , IP1 6ET | 3out of 4 | 4,841 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Henley Primary School Ashbocking Road , Henley IP6 0QX | 4out of 4 | 5,054 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claydon High School Church Lane , Claydon IP6 0EG | 3out of 4 | 2,094 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormiston Endeavour Academy Defoe Road , IP1 6SG | 3out of 4 | 4,953 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne Academy Marlow Road , IP1 5JN | 3out of 4 | 5,286 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Wolsey Ormiston Academy Defoe Road , IP1 6SG | 4out of 4 | 4,640 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Blakenham Village Hall & Recreation Ground GREAT BLAKENHAM VILLAGE HALL GREAT BLAKENHAM VILLAGE HALL MILL LANE | cycling, grass pitches, indoor bowls | 336 yd |
| Blue Circle Playing Field | grass pitches | 654 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 | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.25 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.25 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.