Foxglove Avenue is in Needham Market, Ipswich and in Mid Suffolk district. IP6 8JF is located in the Needham Market electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bury St Edmunds. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Foxglove Avenue, Needham Market, Ipswich, IP6 8JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP6 8JH, IP6 8HD, IP6 8JG, IP6 8EZ, IP6 8JQ, IP6 8JJ, IP6 8HE, IP6 8ES, IP6 8JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding IP6 8JF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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% | 52.2% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.8% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of IP6 8JF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.7% 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 | 26% | 23.8% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 55.7% | 3.4% | 44.2% | 11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 10.2% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 11.1% | 6.8% | -4.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 34.8% | 40.3% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -8.1% |
| Good health | 45.4% | 40.3% | -5.1% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 16.5% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.5% | 22% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 11% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 20.3% | 4.6% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.9% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 19.1% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 21.6% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.9% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.7% | 95.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 95.7% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.4% | 13.5% | 12.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Foxglove Avenue was 27.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.2% higher than the Battisford & Ringshall average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Foxglove Avenue has the 24th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Battisford & Ringshall and the 150th lowest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 66.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Foxglove Avenue, Ipswich, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2024-02-05 | £130,048 |
| 15 Foxglove Avenue, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-07-20 | £261,470 |
| 5 Foxglove Avenue, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £320,050 | 2022-04-22 | £341,500 |
| 51 Foxglove Avenue, Ipswich, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £133,500 | 2022-01-28 | £135,720 |
| 37 Foxglove Avenue, Ipswich, Suffolk Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2021-09-30 | £122,117 |
IP6 8JF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP6 8JF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bosmere Community Primary School Quinton Road , Needham Market IP6 8DA | - not rated | 608 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 3,036 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 | 4,861 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringshall School Offton Road , Ringshall IP14 2JD | - not rated | 4,920 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combs Ford Primary School Glemsford Road , IP14 2PN | - not rated | 5,205 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub @ NMFC Ltd | Needham Market Football Club, Bloomfields | 706 yd | |
| Curry Inn | 10-12 Station Yard, Needham Market | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lion Inn | 44 Ipswich Road, Needham Market | 592 yd | |
| The Barrandov Opera Company Limited | Barrandov Opera Company Kennels Farm, Needham Road | 604 yd | |
| The Swan | 9 High Street, Needham Market | 793 yd | |
| The Rampant Horse Inn | Rampant Horse Inn, Coddenham Road | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huseyin Kara | Needham Chippy 11 High Street, Needham Market | 809 yd | |
| Wongs | Wongs Chinese Ltd 1 Station Yard, Needham Market | 857 yd | |
| China Chef | 22 Station Yard, Needham Market | 892 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Needham Market Football Club BLOOMFIELDS BLOOMFIELDS QUINTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Bosmere Primary School Quinton Road | grass pitches | 797 yd |
| Needham Market Community Centre School Street | 803 yd | |
| Needham Market Middle School (Closed) School Street | grass pitches | 822 yd |
| Needham Gym & Fitness (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 923 yd |
| Needham Gym & Fitness UNIT 2D UNIT 2D LION BARN INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite | 1,048 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 | 84.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.8% |
| 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.