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Alexandra

England / East of England / Ipswich / Alexandra

About

Alexandra ward is located in the southeast of Ipswich, covering a mix of residential and industrial areas. The ward includes parts of the town center and stretches towards the waterfront, featuring a blend of older terraced housing and modern developments. Key landmarks include the University of Suffolk campus and the historic Wet Dock, which plays a role in the area's maritime heritage.

The ward is served by several bus routes, providing connections to other parts of Ipswich. Alexandra also has green spaces like Alexandra Park, offering recreational areas for residents. The local economy includes retail, education, and small businesses, with some industrial activity near the docks. The area has a mix of long-term residents and students due to its proximity to the university.

Area overview

On average Alexandra has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 213 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 24.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Alexandra is £42,698 per year. There are 5 schools in Alexandra: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
213
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
24.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Alexandra Population
10,692
Population density
5,656.2 per km²

Demographics

British
6,690
62.58%
Other White
1,350
12.63%
Indian
401
3.75%
Bangladeshi
321
3%
Other
280
2.62%
Total population: 10,690

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
2,219
42.68%
Owns with a mortgage
1,111
21.37%
Owns outright
879
16.91%
Other social rented
550
10.58%
Social rents from council
270
5.19%
Total households: 5,199

Property prices in Alexandra

Based on 117 recent sales, the median property price is £209,000 in Alexandra area, with individual transactions ranging from £62,500 up to £475,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£283,351
Flats28£157,500
Semi-Detached42£223,000
Terraced45£206,000

10 years price trend in Alexandra

All postcodes in Alexandra

IP11BX

Cornhill

IP11EF

Ipswich Central

IP11NB

Franciscan Way

IP12AS

Chapman Lane

IP19SD

Russell Road

IP19SS

Russell Road

IP38JX

Ipswich Central

IP41AS

Common Quay

IP41BZ

Foundation Street

IP41PR

Rosebery Road

IP41QE

Darwin Road

IP42AL

Old Foundry Road

IP42NL

Woodbridge Road

IP42PU

Clench Close

IP42RX

St Helens Street

IP19GN

Commercial Road

IP11TR

Franciscan Way

IP11AF

Cecilia Street

IP11AU

Ipswich Central

IP11QT

King Street

IP11TW

Silent Street

IP12AH

Civic Drive

IP13BN

Tower Street

IP19JU

Commercial Road

IP19NN

Commercial Road

IP19UT

Commercial Road

IP41DL

Lower Brook Street

IP41EW

Carr Street

IP41JB

Eagle Street

IP42DX

Old Foundry Road

IP45DA

Cauldwell Hall Road

IP12AA

Elm Street

IP19DZ

Commercial Road

IP11HN

Museum Street

IP13AZ

Tavern Street

IP13BX

Old Foundry Road

IP13DE

Ipswich Central

IP13LZ

Ipswich Central

IP19BB

Commercial Road

IP42NW

Palmerston Road

IP41BQ

Foundation Street

IP41DQ

Pleasant Row

IP41LB

Fore Street

IP41LT

Long Street

IP42NN

Arthur's Terrace

IP42QD

Lancaster Road

IP45AL

Derby Close

IP45DG

St John's Road

IP41LW

Grimwade Street

IP11DP

St Stephen's Lane

IP11AQ

Cornhill

IP11QU

Princes Street

IP11SW

Butter Market

IP19BG

Commercial Road

IP19SU

Russell Road

IP20BN

Commercial Road

IP38LB

Ipswich Central

IP41LQ

Long Street

IP41BF

College Street

IP41HJ

St Helens Street

IP41JU

Fore Street

IP42AH

Old Foundry Road

IP41NS

Grove Lane

IP42EG

Blanche Street

IP42FD

Ipswich Central

IP42PD

Warwick Road

IP42RR

St John's Road

IP45AH

Cauldwell Hall Road

IP45BN

Cauldwell Hall Road

IP45DF

St John's Road
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.