IP6 8HJ is in Barking, Ipswich and Mid Suffolk district. IP6 8HJ is located in the Battisford & Ringshall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Suffolk and North Ipswich. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barking, Ipswich, IP6 8HJ 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 IP6 8HJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 51.6% | 49.6% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50.4% | 2.0% | 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 IP6 8HJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% 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 | 18.8% | 27.5% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 52.4% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.4% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 9.4% | -3.0% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.9% | 50.6% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 32.7% | -2.1% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 15% | 10.2% | -4.8% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 24.7% | 14.6% | -10.1% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 7.2% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 12.7% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.9% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 21.6% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 35.9% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.4% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.5% | 95.1% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 95.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.2% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around IP6 8HJ was 37.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.3% higher than the Battisford & Ringshall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
IP6 8HJ has the 18th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Battisford & Ringshall and the 112th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barking Hall, Ipswich, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £6,715,721 | 2023-03-29 | £6,722,595 |
| The Briars Needham Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £459,050 | 2022-08-23 | £477,622 |
| Warwick Needham Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-05-12 | £438,813 |
| Honeysuckle Cottage Needham Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2021-12-06 | £785,933 |
| Alma Cottage Needham Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-11-30 | £511,186 |
IP6 8HJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
IP6 8HJ 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 | 176 |
| Retired | 139 |
| Self-Employed | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Education | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bosmere Community Primary School Quinton Road , Needham Market IP6 8DA | - not rated | 1,836 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringshall School Offton Road , Ringshall IP14 2JD | - not rated | 3,359 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Creeting St Mary Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School All Saints Road , Creeting St Mary IP6 8NF | 3out of 4 | 4,386 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Lavenham Way , Combs IP14 2BZ | 3out of 4 | 4,790 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combs Ford Primary School Glemsford Road , IP14 2PN | - not rated | 5,171 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barking Playing Fields (Closed) | grass pitches | 502 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 | 41.7% |
| 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 | 58.3% |
| Median download speed | 28.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.