Postcode report
Is IP1 6AN a Good Place to Live? Crime, Schools & Area Insights
About IP1 6AN: area rating, property, schools and local change
IP1 6AN is a postcode in Castle Hill, Ipswich, East of England, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near IP1 6AN, then scores the surrounding small area 66/100 - top 25% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around IP1 6AN are local prosperity and health, while property market signals is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for IP1 6AN is based on Ipswich 002 Census 2021. It covers 7,425 residents, 4,238 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 44, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 84% owner-occupied, 10% privately rented, 7% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 10/10.
For property prices near IP1 6AN, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the IP1 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £204k from 82 rolling sales, up 1.2% month-on-month. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near IP1 6AN can compare 11 state schools within one mile, including 10 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 1 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near IP1 6AN by category and map position. Crime pressure is running hotter than the previous month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around IP1 6AN is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 7 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about IP1 6AN
Is IP1 6AN a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 66/100 (top 25% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near IP1 6AN?
Crime pressure is running hotter than the previous month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near IP1 6AN?
11 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near IP1 6AN?
LocaleIQ currently matches 1 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for IP1 6AN?
LocaleIQ matched IP1 6AN to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in IP1 6AN?
The latest median sold price is £204k based on 82 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around IP1 6AN?
LocaleIQ currently shows 7 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.