IP7 5LN is in Raydon, Ipswich and Babergh district. IP7 5LN is located in the Brett Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Raydon, Ipswich, IP7 5LN 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 IP7 5LN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% 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 | 50.8% | 48.2% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 51.8% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 2.8% |
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 IP7 5LN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 21.6% | 31.6% | 10.0% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 53.3% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 8.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 49.5% | 49.3% | -0.2% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 36.8% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12.1% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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 | 18.8% | 12.9% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 8.5% | -6.0% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 18.1% | 3.6% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 14.9% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.5% | 37.1% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| White | 99% | 97.8% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.3% | 94.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 95.3% | 94.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.9% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.9% | 76.7% | 8.2% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 54.4% | 46.2% | 8.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around IP7 5LN was 14.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.2% lower than the Assington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
IP7 5LN has the 6th lowest crime rate of 46 local areas in Assington and the 58th lowest crime rate of 301 local areas in Babergh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathcote House, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-08-20 | £504,592 |
| Raydon Village Hall, Ipswich, Suffolk Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-09-27 | £253,866 |
| Tarbins, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2021-06-29 | £585,011 |
| Heathcote House, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2010-06-29 | £543,599 |
| Tarbins, Ipswich, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2007-11-30 | £474,720 |
IP7 5LN area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
IP7 5LN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 IP7 5LN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadleigh Community Primary School Station Road , IP7 5HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,321 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Bergholt Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School School Lane , East Bergholt CO7 6SW | 3out of 4 | 4,545 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Hadleigh Stonehouse Road , Hadleigh IP7 5BH | 3out of 4 | 4,608 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Capel St Mary Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School The Street , Capel St Mary IP9 2EG | 3out of 4 | 4,658 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stratford St Mary Primary School Stratford St Mary , CO7 6YG | 3out of 4 | 4,767 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hadleigh High School Highlands Road , Hadleigh IP7 5HU | 3out of 4 | 4,243 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Bergholt High School Heath Road , East Bergholt CO7 6RJ | 3out of 4 | 4,926 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brett Vale Golf Club | Brett Vale Golf Club. Brett Vale Golf Club, Noaks Road | 808 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George Playing Field RECTORY CLOSE | grass pitches | 545 yd |
| Brett Vale Golf Club BRETT VALE HOUSE BRETT VALE HOUSE NOAKS ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite | 809 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.