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IP4 Central Ipswich

IP4 Central Ipswich investment guide. Average gross yield 4.4%, landlord's market rental demand.

4.4%avg gross yield
£249kavg sold price (522 sales, 12mo)
Landlord's marketrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
4.4%
-2.8% vs Ipswich avg (7.2%)
Average Asking Price
£249,000
high confidence (522 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£1,088
2-bed · 3-bed £1,377 · 6.3% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£268
City avg £237/sqft · 31 above average
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in IP4
1-bed
£844
per month
5.8% yield
2-bed
£1,088
per month
6.3% yield
3-bed
£1,377
per month
6.3% yield
4-bed
£1,782
per month
6.0% yield
Ownership mix
IP4 vs UK average · 21,764 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
Distinct tenure mix: 11% socially rented (6pp lower than the UK average of 17%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
34.5%(UK 32.9%)
+1.6pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
30.0%(UK 29.7%)
+0.3pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
24.3%(UK 20.3%)
+4.0pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
11.2%(UK 17.1%)
-5.9pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in IP4
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced7.2%£203,984£1,218
Semi-detached5.8%£277,000£1,346
Detached4.0%£418,750£1,402
Flat8.9%£136,250£1,012

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About IP4 Central Ipswich (IP4, Ipswich)

IP4 presents a compelling investment opportunity with a 4.4% gross yield and an average property price of £249,000, making it accessible to both new and experienced investors. The landlord's market conditions indicate strong rental demand relative to supply, providing investors with favourable leasing prospects and reduced void risk.

The tenant demographic is mixed and diverse, with strong demand across all property sizes. Two and three-bedroom properties command the highest yields at 6.3%, suggesting particular appeal to families and professional sharers, whilst one-bedroom units attract individual professionals at a respectable 5.8% yield.

Investors should monitor local employment trends and transport connectivity, as these directly influence tenant demand and retention. Additionally, property condition and maintenance costs should be carefully assessed during valuation, as older stock in urban areas can present higher capital expenditure requirements than yield figures alone suggest.

Sold Price Trend - IP4
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
+19.2% over 2 years
Flip Activity - IP4
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
1
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+15.9%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
14 mo
Flip rate
0.1%
of all sales
Recent case studies
tuddenham avenue
Semi
Bought Jun 23
£255k
Sold Aug 24
£280k
14 mo+15.9%*
Gross 9.8%
* 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 - IP4
Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district
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.
Selective LicensingNot in effect
Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect
Article 4 directions cover parts of Ipswich. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.
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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