IP1Babergh
Central Ipswich IP1 Postcode
Central Ipswich IP1 Postcode investment guide. Average gross yield 4.6%, landlord's market rental demand.
4.6%avg gross yield
£220kavg sold price (527 sales, 12mo)
Landlord's marketrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
4.6%
+4.6% vs Babergh avg (0.0%)
Average Asking Price
£220,000
high confidence (527 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£1,028
2-bed · 3-bed £1,181 · 6.4% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£256
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in IP1
1-bed
£816
per month
5.9% yield
2-bed
£1,028
per month
6.4% yield
3-bed
£1,181
per month
5.8% yield
4-bed
£2,450
per month
10.7% yield
Ownership mix
IP1 vs UK average · 23,162 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
Landlord-heavy: 28% privately rented (btl) (8pp higher than the UK average of 20%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
26.5%(UK 32.9%)
-6.4pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
26.0%(UK 29.7%)
-3.7pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
27.8%(UK 20.3%)
+7.5pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
19.7%(UK 17.1%)
+2.6pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in IP1
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Live data for each property type across Babergh.
About Central Ipswich IP1 Postcode (IP1, Babergh)
IP1 attracts buy-to-let investors seeking affordable entry points with solid rental yields averaging 4.6%. The £220,000 average asking price offers reasonable capital requirements compared to many UK markets, making it accessible for portfolio building.
This is a landlord's market with strong rental demand across the board. Two-bedroom properties perform particularly well at 6.4% gross yield, whilst four-bedroom homes command premium rents at £2,450/month (10.7% yield), suggesting a diverse tenant base including families and professionals seeking larger accommodation.
Prospective investors should note that while yields are attractive, the £220,000 average price point reflects wider market dynamics in this Suffolk location. Ensure thorough due diligence on individual properties, local economic drivers, and tenant quality to validate returns against local market conditions.
Sold Price Trend - IP1
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
Flip Activity - IP1
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
Flips
4
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+40.8%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
14 mo
Flip rate
0.4%
of all sales
Recent case studies
Terraced
Bought Mar 25
£135k
Sold Nov 25
£190k
8 mo+40.0%*
Terraced
Bought Dec 24
£166k
Sold Nov 25
£238k
12 mo+41.6%*
Gross 43.4%
Terraced
Bought Jun 24
£106k
Sold Oct 25
£160k
16 mo+42.2%*
Gross 50.9%
Semi
Bought Aug 23
£235k
Sold Dec 24
£272k
16 mo+19.9%*
Gross 15.7%
* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.
Planning & Licensing - IP1
Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district
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Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect
HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.
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Selective LicensingNot in effect
✓
Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect
No Article 4 directions in this LPA. Selective/additional licensing not yet verified.
Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.
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