{"id":1456,"date":"2020-05-10T19:41:29","date_gmt":"2020-05-10T19:41:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/?p=1456"},"modified":"2020-05-17T21:27:05","modified_gmt":"2020-05-17T21:27:05","slug":"whats-it-like-to-live-in-ipswich","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dy36-2.stage.yopa-dev.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/whats-it-like-to-live-in-ipswich\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s it like to live in Ipswich?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The only UK destination to make TripAdvisor\u2019s global list of \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/tripadvisor.mediaroom.com\/2020-02-25-Tripadvisor-Reveals-2020-Travelers-Choice-Awards-for-New-Trending-and-Emerging-Destinations\">emerging destinations<\/a> for 2020\u2019, the vibrant Suffolk town of Ipswich is definitely \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/www.homesandproperty.co.uk\/property-news\/buying\/10-best-london-commuter-towns-buy-house-property-2020-a137176.html\">one to watch\u2019<\/a> for London commuters, first-time buyers, families and retirees alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whilst historic Ipswich is one of the oldest towns in England, 1,000 years of maritime heritage and stunning 15<sup>th<\/sup>-century buildings are neatly juxtaposed with a slick, modern waterfront complete with marina, contemporary apartments and a buzzing university campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Situated on the estuary of the River Orwell, the town boasts superb transport links, making it a desirable place to live for commuters who enjoy affordable housing, large open spaces and excellent local amenities. London can be reached in just over an hour and Norwich in around 45 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With cultural heritage aplenty combined with excellent local amenities and fantastic schools, Ipswich has a lot going for it. The houses on offer include stunning character properties and Victorian terraces, luxury penthouse apartments and picturesque family homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Intrigued? Let\u2019s take a more in-depth look at what Ipswich has to offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Transport links<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boasting excellent transport links, Ipswich is an affordable and convenient place to live for commuters working in Norwich or London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are two train stations in the town \u2013 Ipswich Station and Derby Road. Ipswich Station is on the London to Norwich train line, with a commute time of around 75 minutes to London Liverpool Street. There are also direct services to Colchester, Peterborough, Cambridge, Felixstowe and Lowestoft amongst others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Drivers, meanwhile, have easy access to the A14 and the A12. Ipswich to Norwich by car takes one hour 15 minutes, whilst central London is 2.5 hours away, Cambridge an hour away and Felixstowe just 30 minutes away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ipswich has a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswich.gov.uk\/content\/public-transport\"> good local bus network<\/a>, as well as regular, direct buses to London and other UK towns and cities. There is also a free<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswichbuses.co.uk\/timetables\/route-37\/\"> shuttle bus<\/a> that runs in a loop around the town centre every 15 minutes on weekdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those travelling internationally can reach London Stansted Airport in an hour and 15 minutes, or Norwich International Airport in an hour and a half. There are also buses and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalexpress.com\/en\"> National Express<\/a> coaches offering daily services to Stansted and Heathrow airports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nearest train stations:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greateranglia.co.uk\/travel-information\/station-information\/ips\">Ipswich Station<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.greateranglia.co.uk\/travel-information\/station-information\/dbr\">Derby Road (Ipswich)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Schools<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A desirable spot for families with young children, Ipswich has 31 primary schools and 11 secondary<a href=\"https:\/\/www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk\/schools-by-type?step=default&amp;table=schools&amp;parliamentary=Ipswich&amp;geographic=parliamentary&amp;for=ofsted\"> schools<\/a>. There are four primary schools rated as \u2018outstanding\u2019 by<a href=\"https:\/\/www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk\/schools-by-type?step=default&amp;table=schools&amp;parliamentary=Ipswich&amp;geographic=parliamentary&amp;for=ofsted\"> Ofsted<\/a> \u2013 The Oaks Primary School, St Mary\u2019s Catholic Primary School, St Mark\u2019s Catholic Primary School and Springfield Junior School \u2013 with the majority of others rated as \u2018good\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most sought-after secondary schools include<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswich.school\/\"> Ipswich School<\/a> (an independent school for children from primary age to 18) and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.northgate.suffolk.sch.uk\/\"> Northgate High School<\/a>, whilst those wanting to pursue further study can attend<a href=\"https:\/\/www.suffolk.ac.uk\/\"> Suffolk New College<\/a> or<a href=\"https:\/\/www.suffolkone.ac.uk\/\"> Suffolk One Sixth Form College<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ipswich is also home to the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uos.ac.uk\/\"> University of Suffolk<\/a>, which has more than 4,000 students and offers a range of higher education options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New parents can socialise with other local parents in their area at a number of local baby and toddler groups which include baby yoga classes and messy play, amongst others. The<a href=\"https:\/\/hoop.co.uk\/\"> Hoop<\/a> app is ideal for finding activities for children within Ipswich, whilst<a href=\"https:\/\/letsmush.com\/the-app\/\"> Mush<\/a> is the easiest way to connect with other parents in your area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"767\" src=\"https:\/\/yopa-production-wordpress-content.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ipswich-1024x767.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ipswich-1024x767.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ipswich-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ipswich-768x575.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ipswich-50x37.jpg 50w, https:\/\/cdn.yopacrm.yopa.co.uk\/homeowners-hub\/uploads\/2020\/05\/ipswich.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption>Above: Suburban housing in Ipswich.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Leisure and amenities&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A compact town, Ipswich has everything you could need on the doorstep. For fans of retail therapy, most of the independent shops and eateries are found in<a href=\"https:\/\/allaboutipswich.com\/highlights\/the-saints\"> The Saints<\/a> and<a href=\"https:\/\/allaboutipswich.com\/highlights\/the-waterfront\"> Waterfront<\/a> areas, whilst the usual array of high street favourites can also be found in the town centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/allaboutipswich.com\/the-directory\/food-and-drink\">Dining options<\/a> range from big-chain favourites, tasty independent restaurants and trendy waterfront eateries to cosy, traditional pubs and the town\u2019s<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswich.gov.uk\/ipswichmarket\"> Food Quarter<\/a>, which offers delicious street food. Highlights include the award-winning<a href=\"https:\/\/www.salthouseharbour.co.uk\/\"> Salthouse Harbour Hotel Restaurant<\/a>, and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.marinersipswich.co.uk\/\"> Mariners<\/a>, a floating brasserie on a boat in Neptune Quay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fresh produce and all manner of items can be purchased at the town\u2019s popular markets. A Farmer\u2019s Market has been running for more than 700 years and sells fresh fruit and vegetables, locally grown flowers, freshly caught fish and seafood, along with artisan Suffolk chutneys and jams. A local Sainsbury\u2019s, Tesco and Waitrose are also on hand for the essentials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to fitness facilities, Ipswich has well-known gyms such as The Gym, David Lloyd, Fitness First and Pure Gym, alongside a number of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswich.gov.uk\/sport\"> council-run leisure<\/a> centres and private studios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">History lovers will enjoy the ornate Tudor<a href=\"https:\/\/ipswich.cimuseums.org.uk\/visit\/christchurch-mansion\/\"> Christchurch Mansion<\/a>, which is home to a fine collection of art, including the largest collection of Thomas Gainsborough and John Constable paintings outside London. For an educational day trip with the family, the<a href=\"https:\/\/ipswich.cimuseums.org.uk\/visit\/ipswich-museum\/\"> Ipswich Museum<\/a> offers a step back in time to early Ipswich and has a Victorian Natural History Gallery and a Geology Gallery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A stroll around the medieval town centre with its rich architectural heritage is also fascinating in its own right, with listed buildings and 15<sup>th<\/sup>-century architecture standing alongside modern buildings such as the Willis Building, which is reminiscent of a grand piano. Families can also have hours of fun at<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswichtransportmuseum.co.uk\/\"> Ipswich Transport Museum<\/a>, which even has a large model railway for children to control and play with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a breath of fresh air is required, Ipswich is blessed with an abundance of outstanding<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.co.uk\/Attractions-g190725-Activities-c57-Ipswich_Suffolk_East_Anglia_England.html\"> parks<\/a> and green spaces. Many have playgrounds, ponds and beautiful gardens and are ideal for family visits.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswich.gov.uk\/content\/about-holywells-park-0\"> Holywells Park<\/a>, following an extensive refurbishment, has a visitor centre, caf\u00e9, water park and an outdoor theatre and entertainment space, making it a wonderful hub for the community. Ipswich is also a stone\u2019s throw from two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.suffolkcoastandheaths.org\/\"> Suffolk Coast &amp; Heaths<\/a> and<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dedhamvalestourvalley.org\/\"> Dedham Vale<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s on?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A hive of activity, Ipswich highlights include<a href=\"https:\/\/www.stpetersbythewaterfront.com\/\"> St Peter\u2019s by the Waterfront<\/a>, a music and arts centre housed in a beautiful church, the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.uos.ac.uk\/content\/waterfront-gallery\"> Waterfront Gallery<\/a>, the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wolseytheatre.co.uk\/\"> New Wolsey Theatre<\/a> and<a href=\"https:\/\/www.danceeast.co.uk\/\"> DanceEast<\/a> performing arts centre and theatre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A bird watcher\u2019s paradise that is home to over 100 varieties of birds,<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswich.gov.uk\/content\/about-christchurch-park\"> Christchurch Park<\/a> is also the place to watch Bonfire Night fireworks, a film in the open-air cinema and attend events such as<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswichentertains.co.uk\/ipswichmusicday2020\/\"> Ipswich Music Day<\/a> and the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswichentertains.co.uk\/indian-summer-mela\/\"> Indian Summer Mela<\/a>. Christchurch Mansion and The Wolsey Art Gallery are housed within the park, too. Ipswich also has a number of other outdoor entertainment venues hosting events such as the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswichentertains.co.uk\/multicultural-festival\/\"> One Big Multicultural Festival<\/a>, the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ipswichentertains.co.uk\/event\/holi-festival\/\"> Holi Festival of Colour<\/a> and the<a href=\"https:\/\/ipswich-waterfront.co.uk\/ipswich-maritime-festival\"> Ipswich Maritime Festival<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Further information on upcoming events in Ipswich can be found<a href=\"https:\/\/allaboutipswich.com\/events\"> here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Safety &amp; Crime<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whilst the high quality of life and countryside and coast on the doorstep attracts families and retirees alike, similarly to any UK town, Ipswich is not immune to crime and anti-social behaviour, particularly around the town centre.Statistically, areas like Rushmere and Washbrook in the south and north-east of Ipswich are considered the safest and Suffolk Police have<a href=\"https:\/\/www.suffolk.police.uk\/your-area\"> safer neighbourhood teams<\/a> in place in the town and across Suffolk to reduce and address criminal behaviour.\u00a0  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Thinking of moving to <\/strong>Ipswich<strong>?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information on property prices in Ipswich, as well as a list of estate agents in the area, be sure to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yopa.co.uk\/estate-agents-in\/ipswich\/\">The Agent Guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The only UK destination to make TripAdvisor\u2019s global list of \u2018emerging destinations for 2020\u2019, the vibrant Suffolk town of Ipswich is definitely \u2018one to watch\u2019 for London commuters, first-time buyers, families and retirees alike. 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