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Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell

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About

Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell is a residential area in Ipswich, located near the River Orwell. The neighbourhood features a mix of housing, including terraced homes and modern developments. It is close to local amenities such as schools, shops, and parks, providing convenience for residents. The area benefits from good transport links, with easy access to Ipswich town centre and major roads.

The River Orwell is a key feature, offering scenic walks and recreational opportunities. The nearby Gainsborough Sports Centre provides facilities for fitness and leisure. The area has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and activities often taking place. Its proximity to the waterfront adds to its appeal, making it a practical and pleasant place to live.

Area overview

On average Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell is £38,000 per year. There are 4 schools in Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
31.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell Population
8,847
Population density
2,796.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,069
79.88%
Other White
505
5.71%
Bangladeshi
209
2.36%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
171
1.93%
African
120
1.36%
Total population: 8,849

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,036
29.4%
Owns outright
960
27.24%
Social rents from council
894
25.37%
Private landlord or letting agency
371
10.53%
Other social rented
179
5.08%
Total households: 3,524

Property prices in Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell

Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £385,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell 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 Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£304,000
Flats3£143,000
Semi-Detached56£245,750
Terraced16£215,000

10 years median price trend in Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell.

All postcodes in Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell

IP39NF

Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell

IP30HB

Hayman Road

IP30LN

Nightingale Road

IP30SE

Fishbane Close

IP30LU

Nightingale Road

IP39NE

Gainsborough, Greenwich & Orwell

IP30JA

Sandyhill Lane

IP39LL

Beatrice Close

IP30HP

Hawke Road

IP30HT

Robeck Road

IP30JN

Reynolds Road

IP30JU

Romney Road

IP30LS

Hossack Road

IP39JS

Powling Road

IP39LN

Henstead Gardens

IP39LU

Landseer Road

IP39NH

Grasmere Close

IP30EH

Hogarth Road

IP30EY

Hogarth Road

IP30LH

Leighton Road

IP30LJ

Leighton Road

IP30RH

Clapgate Lane

IP30SJ

Coleness Road

IP39LG

Gloucester Road

IP39LS

Landseer Road

IP30JB

Sandyhill Lane

IP30JR

Reynolds Road

IP30JT

Chesapeake Road

IP30LF

Fletcher Road

IP30RZ

Brazier's Wood Road

IP39NT

Henry Road

IP30RN

Frampton Road

IP30SN

Brazier's Wood Road

IP39LB

Fairfield Road

IP39LH

Bernard Crescent

IP30HF

Landseer Road

IP30JE

Holbrook Road

IP39NW

Maybury Road

IP30HJ

Landseer Road

IP30HR

Frobisher Road

IP30JL

Cotman Road

IP39NG

Maryon Road

IP30HL

Holbrook Road

IP30JJ

Fletcher Road

IP30JW

Reynolds Avenue

IP30LD

Fletcher Road

IP30LW

Coleness Road

IP30SG

Maryon Road

IP30HU

Hood Road

IP30JH

Reynolds Road

IP30JP

Reynolds Avenue

IP30JX

Chesapeake Road

IP39NL

Maryon Road

IP39PF

Mildmay Road

IP30LA

Fletcher Road

IP30LP

Nightingale Road

IP30LR

Nightingale Square

IP30HD

Hayman Road

IP30JD

Hawke Road

IP39JR

Powling Road

IP39LZ

Wynterton Close

Data Sources

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