Upper Street is in Baylham, Ipswich and in Mid Suffolk district. IP6 8JR is located in the Needham Market 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 Upper Street, Baylham, Ipswich, IP6 8JR 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. However, the area surrounding IP6 8JR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 46.2% | 52.3% | 6.1% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 53.8% | 47.7% | -6.1% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 25.3% | 28.9% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.1% | 49.8% | -9.3% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.4% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8% | 7.9% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 11.9% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 55.6% | 42.7% | -12.9% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 37.7% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 9% | 18.9% | 9.9% | 12.7% | 6.2% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 16% | 13.7% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 4.3% | -9.9% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 17% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 17.7% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.2% | 36.1% | 1.9% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 6.5% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 3.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.6% | 99.3% | 2.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 95.9% | 95.7% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95.7% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37% | 37.2% | -0.2% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Street was 64.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 191.8% higher than the Battisford & Ringshall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Upper Street has the 8th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Battisford & Ringshall and the 55th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollands Upper Street, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2025-03-12 | £459,017 |
| Homefield Upper Street, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2025-01-30 | £417,048 |
| Middleton House Upper Street, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2023-08-16 | £829,783 |
| White Wheat Farmhouse Upper Street, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-02-24 | £254,569 |
| Willow Mead Upper Street, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2022-10-19 | £529,472 |
IP6 8JR 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 8JR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 3,711 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Somersham Primary School Church Lane , Lower Somersham IP8 4PN | 2out of 4 | 3,777 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bosmere Community Primary School Quinton Road , Needham Market IP6 8DA | - not rated | 3,818 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 3,867 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 2.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 2.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 2.8% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.