# IP4 1HY Area Summary
The IP4 1HY postcode covers a section of central Ipswich, Suffolk's county town, situated along the waterfront and town centre periphery. With 86 properties surveyed and an average price of £67,187, this area represents one of the more affordable segments of the Ipswich property market. These figures strongly suggest a predominance of leasehold flats and apartments rather than traditional houses, which is typical for central urban locations where conversions and purpose-built developments cater to first-time buyers, young professionals, and buy-to-let investors.
The notably low average price point indicates this area likely comprises a significant proportion of studio and one-bedroom flats, possibly including ex-local authority properties or older apartment blocks requiring modernisation. Such pricing makes IP4 1HY particularly accessible for those seeking entry-level properties in a town centre location with proximity to Ipswich's amenities, railway station (offering direct services to London Liverpool Street), and employment hubs. The area benefits from urban convenience whilst offering substantially lower price points than comparable town centre locations in larger East Anglian cities such as Norwich or Cambridge.
--- *Note: This summary is based on limited data. Property prices can vary significantly within postcodes, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough local research and viewing before making purchase decisions.*
The average house price in IP4 1HY, Ipswich is £67,187. Prices range from £12,500 to £198,000.
There are 86 properties in IP4 1HY, Ipswich.
IP4 1HY contains 43 flat / maisonette properties, 30 terraced properties, 12 semi-detached properties, 1 detached properties.
Average house prices in IP4 1HY have risen by 247.2% from £37,347 in 1995 to £129,667 in 2024.
IP4 1HY is located in Ipswich, Suffolk, England.