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About

Bridge ward lies along the western bank of the River Orwell, its boundaries shaped by the waterway and major roads like the A137. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing from Victorian terraces to more modern developments. Commercial activity is concentrated around key routes, with local shops and services catering to the community. The ward's geography is defined by its proximity to the river and the Wet Dock, influencing its layout and character.

A notable landmark is the 'Isaac Lord' complex, a repurposed industrial building that now houses various businesses. Open spaces include the recreational grounds near the waterfront, offering views of the marina and passing ships. The area's history is tied to the maritime and engineering trades that once dominated this part of Ipswich, with some older structures reflecting this industrial past.

Area overview

On average Bridge has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Bridge is £47,243 per year. There are 3 schools in Bridge: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Bridge is home to around 9,840 people, with a population density of about 4,912.6 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
73
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
27.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bridge Population
9,840
Population density
4,912.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
37.6(+21%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.79(+2%)
Shoplifting
8.64(+22%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.33(+30%)
Other theft
7.32(+32%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,643
67.51%
Other White
1,342
13.64%
African
319
3.24%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
259
2.63%
Other
238
2.42%
Total population: 9,840

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,900
24.44%
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,838
23.65%
Level 3 (A level)
1,237
15.91%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,044
13.43%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,006
12.94%
Total 16+ residents: 7,773

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,121
26.08%
Owns with a mortgage
920
21.41%
Owns outright
835
19.43%
Social rents from council
640
14.89%
Other social rented
631
14.68%
Total households: 4,298

Property prices in Bridge

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £187,500 in Bridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,000 up to £510,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bridge in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bridge over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£427,500
Flats14£117,000
Semi-Detached17£250,000
Terraced32£171,250

10 years median price trend in Bridge

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bridge.

All postcodes in Bridge

IP28QL

Glamorgan Road

IP29AY

Brackenhayes Close

IP28EW

Station Street

IP29GX

Barleyhayes Close

IP28QD

Snowdon Road

IP28JJ

Wherstead Road

IP28NS

Belstead Avenue

IP28QE

Montgomery Road

IP28RT

Bath Street

IP28NY

Maidenhall Approach

IP28LT

Corporation Avenue

IP28QY

Montgomery Road

IP29TU

Yew Court

IP28ET

Dock Street

IP28LH

Wherstead Road

IP29BZ

Headingham Close

IP28AH

Burrell Road

IP28AW

Willoughby Road

IP28DR

Hartley Street

IP28EJ

Stoke Hall Road

IP28GA

Maidenhall Approach

IP28PD

Pembroke Close

IP28BH

Philip Road

IP28HR

Adams Close

IP28HW

New Cut West

IP28HX

Johnson Close

IP28NB

Sinclair Drive

IP28PW

Sinclair Drive

IP28TA

Jamestown Boulevard

IP28GY

Bruff Road

IP28HE

Felaw Street

IP28DJ

Kenyon Street

IP28FB

Brickfield Close

IP28FG

Barnard Square

IP28GS

Bruff Road

IP28NX

Maidenhall Approach

IP28QW

Glamorgan Road

IP28RA

Montgomery Road

IP28RQ

Prince Of Wales Drive

IP29DD

Heatherhayes

IP11XH

Bridge

IP28DD

Austin Street

IP28EP

Griffin Court

IP28LL

Wherstead Road

IP28RX

Hawes Street

IP29BX

Burghley Close

IP28EZ

Great Whip Street

IP28FL

Bridge

IP28HZ

Sinclair Drive

IP28LX

Bourne Park

IP28NP

Belstead Avenue

IP28QT

Swansea Avenue

IP28QU

Swansea Avenue

IP28AJ

Princes Street

IP28JQ

Wherstead Road

IP28LR

Wherstead Road

IP28PR

Conway Close

IP29AT

Belstead Road

IP29SB

Thornhayes Close

IP28JA

Vernon Street

IP28RD

Halifax Road

IP28TJ

Virginia Street

IP29SG

Heatherhayes

IP28AE

Burrell Road

IP28AT

Selwyn Close

IP28GT

Bruff Road

IP28JX

Riverside Industrial Park

IP28LS

Wherstead Road

IP28PG

Maidenhall Approach

IP28PN

Felaw Street

IP28TD

Discovery Avenue

IP28DN

Pauline Street

IP28LY

Bridge

IP28PZ

Prince Of Wales Drive

IP28SQ

Felaw Street

IP28TH

Hawes Street

IP28DA

Bridge

IP28LU

Bridge

IP28PH

Maidenhall Green

IP28RB

Montgomery Road

IP28SN

Stoke Quay

IP28AD

Burrell Road

IP28JG

Wherstead Road

IP28JY

Wherstead Road

IP28EX

Industrial Centre

IP28QQ

Cardiff Avenue

IP29BJ

Prince Of Wales Drive

IP29DQ

Sawston Close

IP28EY

Gower Street

IP28GU

Bruff Road

IP28NU

Belstead Avenue

IP28PY

Prince Of Wales Drive

IP28TG

Davidson Close

IP29BP

Prince Of Wales Drive

IP28PP

Maidenhall Approach

IP28QS

Montgomery Road

IP28BW

Luther Road

IP28JS

Rapier Street

IP29BN

Prince Of Wales Drive

IP28EG

Rectory Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.