24,344TOTAL POPULATION
10,348HOUSEHOLDS
3.0%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£39,520AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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IP12 POSTCODE REGION

Ipswich (IP12)

The IP12 postcode area is located in the Ipswich postcode town region, within the county of Suffolk, and contains a total of 1267 individual postcodes.

There are 59 electoral wards in the IP12 postcode area, including Aldeburgh, Brandon, Bury St Edmunds, Diss, Eye, Felixstowe, Halesworth, Harleston, Ipswich, Leiston, Saxmundham, Southwold, Stowmarket, Thetford, Woodbridge which come under the local authority of the Suffolk Coastal Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 30% of people in IP12 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of IP12 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


The IP12 postcode covers the district of Ipswich in the county of Suffolk in England. It is located in the South East of England, approximately 60 miles north-east of London and 8 miles south of the city of Norwich.

The IP12 postcode consists of the IP (Ipswich) portion and the 12 figure postcode number. Its area of coverage includes several towns, villages, hamlets and small settlements including Captains Corner, Brightwell, Ipswich, Bentley, Rushmere St. Andrew, Pettistree, Playford, Otley and Westerfield. These are spread over approximately 35 square miles.

IP12 postcode has a rich heritage with traces of neolithic and early Bronze Age pottery having been found, and being home to one of Britain's oldest churches, St Mary Le Tower. It is also a thriving commercial hub with facilities such as regional shopping and leisure centres, business parks and a large port.

Its population of around 139,000 people consists of diverse ethnic backgrounds, nationalities and cultures. The area also has notable educational facilities such as the University of Suffolk, Suffolk New College, Ipswich School and Ipswich High School.

The local economy is dominated by retail, logistics, manufacturing and other services including financial and professional services. Ipswich is an important river crossing point and a major shipping port with excellent access to London and Europe via the A12/A14 road networks, as well as excellent rail and bus connections.

The IP12 postcode is a great place to live, work and play with an array of historic buildings, lovely parks and green spaces, sports facilities, public services and cultural events and festivals, adding to its inherent appeal.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in IP12 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 30%AB
  • 53%C2/C2
  • 17%DE

According to census records, 30% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 95%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

95% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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IP12Suffolk

Suffolk

The county of Suffolk

IP12 is located in the county of Suffolk, in England.

Suffolk has a total population of 745,300, making it the 32nd largest county in the UK.

Suffolk has a total area of 1500 square miles, and a population density of 196 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Suffolk Postal Town Map
Outward CodeIP12
Postal TownIpswich
MSOA NameSuffolk Coastal 008
LSOA NameSuffolk Coastal 008D
CountySuffolk
RegionSuffolk
CountryEngland
Local AuthoritySuffolk Coastal
Area ClassificationLargely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%)

IP12 Electoral Wards

The postal region of IP12, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Aldeburgh
Alderton
Bawdsey
Blaxhall
Boyton
Bredfield
Bromeswell
Broom Hill
Butley
Butley High Corner
Butley Low Corner
Capel Green
Capel St Andrew
Charsfield
Chillesford
Dallinghoo
Duck Corner
Easton
Eyke
Falkenham
Falkenham Sink
Friday Street
Gedgrave Hall
Gromford
Hemley
High Street
Hollesley
Iken
Kingston
Kirton
Letheringham
Little Glemham
Lower Falkenham
Lower Hacheston
Maidensgrave
Marlesford
Martlesham
Melton
Methersgate
Mill Hills
Newbourne
Oak Hill
Orford
Orford Ness
Pettistree
Ramsholt
Rendlesham
Shingle Street
Shottisham
Snape
Sudbourne
Sutton
Sutton Street
Tunstall
Ufford
Waldringfield
Waldringfield Heath
Wickham Market
Woodbridge
Woodbridge Walk
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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Teens arrested after machete threats in town

Three incidents happen in the space of two hours in a park, a skate park and outside a kebab shop.

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Man denies causing death of biker while on drugs

William Kerslake, 57, died in June after a collision and a trial is due to take place next year.

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Dick Walter on scoring the Yellow Pages Ad

Dick Walter on music for film and TV ahead of his appearance at Halesworth's Ink Festival

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Ness Point to the Dingle Peninsula in a 2CV

Matt Hollis is driving from the British Isles' most easterly point to its most westerly.

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McKenna, Farke & Rosenior nominated for EFL awards

Ipswich's Kieran McKenna, Leeds' Daniel Farke and Hull City's Liam Rosenior are nominated for Championship manager of the season.

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Runaway rhea caught after four-month escapade

The rhea is returned home having swum across a river to a neighbouring county.

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Suffolk's police and crime commissioner candidates

Voters will head to their polling stations to elect the next commissioner on 2 May.

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Free parking scrapped by council in new plan

The authority says the controversial changes are needed to help balance its books.

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