Living in IP18: Liveability Score 46/100

East Suffolk, East of England

Last updated 25 June 2026

46
OUT OF 100
Below Avg
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Every active postcode in IP18, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.

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Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
90

Crime is well below the national average. 151 offences recorded across 2 local areas in the past year.

Environment
76

Good conditions: clean air, low flood risk, and 113 green spaces within 2km.

Services

Schools
13

0 Outstanding, 1 Good out of 1 rated schools.

Healthcare
38

Healthcare quality ratings are below the national average. 1 GP surgery serve the area.

Broadband
23

59% gigabit coverage; 90% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

Economy & Bills

Economic Health
52

IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.

Bills
57

Band D council tax £2,335/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.

Transport

Transport
23

Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
36

Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 99 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.

IP18 covers 295 active postcodes in East Suffolk, East of England.

Frequently asked questions

Is IP18 a safe area to live?

IP18 scores 90/100 for safety. Crime is well below the national average. 151 offences recorded across 2 local areas in the past year.

What are the schools like in IP18?

Schools in IP18 score 13/100. 0 Outstanding, 1 Good out of 1 rated schools.

How good is the broadband in IP18?

Broadband in IP18 scores 23/100. 59% gigabit coverage; 90% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).

How does IP18 compare to nearby areas?

IP18 can be compared to other UK postcode districts using the PostcodeScorer comparison tool.

What is the overall liveability score for IP18?

IP18 scores 46/100, rated "Below Avg", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.

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