IP4 covers an eastern section of Ipswich with a trajectory score of 43.1/100, placing it in the 15th percentile nationally. Five-year price growth stands at 1.4% CAGR, whilst rental growth has reached 6.0% CAGR over the same period. The district is in an early gentrification stage, suggesting ongoing structural change in the area. Population levels have remained relatively flat, declining marginally by 0.1% over five years. These metrics indicate a rental market outpacing capital appreciation, with property values growing modestly while demand for rental accommodation has strengthened more substantially.
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- 1Property prices up 0.7% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.0% per year
- 3Population declining at 0.1% per year
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What's changing in Ipswich · June 2026
1 planning application submitted in IP4 over the last six months.
- Non Material Amendment of DC/23/3209/FUL - Proposed single storey rear extension - Reduce width, increase depth of extension & reconfigure windows, doors & roof.Jul 2026 · Awaiting decision
Ipswich (IP4) common questions
Is Ipswich up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Ipswich (IP4) as Early. Its trajectory score is 43/100 (Average), in the top 85% of districts nationally. The score is down 1.2 points over the last 12 months.
Is Ipswich safe?
Ipswich has a safety score of 34/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Ipswich?
The average property price in Ipswich (IP4) is £259k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.7% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Ipswich?
The median monthly rent in Ipswich (IP4) is £812 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Ipswich?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Ipswich (IP3), Ipswich (IP2), Ipswich (IP1), Ipswich (IP5), Ipswich (IP8). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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