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About

Bridge ward is located in the northern part of Ipswich, bordered by the River Gipping to the west. The area includes residential neighborhoods, industrial estates, and green spaces like Bourne Park. It is well-connected to the town center and nearby areas via major roads such as Norwich Road and Bramford Road.

The ward features a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to a range of residents. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community facilities, with easy access to Ipswich town center for additional services. The river and parks provide recreational opportunities, while industrial zones support local employment.

Area overview

On average Bridge has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 92 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 of residents in Bridge is £40,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Bridge: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bridge Population

9,840

Population density

4,912.6 per km²

Demographics

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

Housing

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 73 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Bridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £510,000.

Price distribution per property type (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.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	4	£427,500	£245,000	£365,000	£457,500	£499,500
Flats	12	£118,000	£87,747	£95,250	£122,750	£208,875
Semi-Detached	21	£250,000	£195,000	£230,000	£270,000	£285,000
Terraced	36	£177,500	£113,000	£145,000	£221,500	£276,250

10 years median price trend in Bridge

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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