Main Road is in Lower Somersham, Ipswich and in Mid Suffolk district. IP8 4PD 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Main Road, Lower Somersham, Ipswich, IP8 4PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP8 4PB, IP8 4QB, IP8 4PE, IP8 4PQ, IP8 4PA, IP8 4QA, IP8 4PG, IP8 4PF, IP8 4PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP8 4PD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 49.3% | 48.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 50.7% | 51.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 IP8 4PD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.2% 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 | 22.5% | 25.7% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 55.2% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 10.5% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 7.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 52.2% | 40.7% | -11.5% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 41% | 11.2% | 33.6% | 7.4% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 13.2% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 22.8% | 22.2% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 8.9% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 14.2% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.7% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 17.4% | 1.0% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.6% | 29.7% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.6% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 95.8% | 97.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 97.6% | 2.6% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Road was 69.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 216.2% higher than the Battisford & Ringshall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Main Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Battisford & Ringshall and the 48th highest crime rate of 313 local areas in Mid Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 49.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Brook Cottage Main Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-09-18 | £211,667 |
| 2 Brook Cottage Main Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £359,000 | 2024-01-26 | £387,613 |
| 1 Brook Cottage Main Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-12-21 | £218,730 |
| 2 Brook Cottage Main Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2018-06-29 | £380,547 |
| 2 Brook Cottage Main Road, Ipswich, Suffolk Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2016-10-07 | £347,339 |
IP8 4PD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
IP8 4PD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 IP8 4PD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somersham Primary School Church Lane , Lower Somersham IP8 4PN | 2out of 4 | 524 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elmsett Church of England Primary School The Street , Elmsett IP7 6PA | - not rated | 3,641 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Duckamere , Bramford IP8 4AH | 3out of 4 | 4,804 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ringshall School Offton Road , Ringshall IP14 2JD | - not rated | 4,845 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somersham Sports & Social Club | The Pavilion, Main Road | 34 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Somersham Playing Field MAIN ROAD | cycling, grass pitches, tennis courts | 84 yd |
| Somersham Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 354 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 | 60.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 71.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 154.12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 154.12 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.98 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.