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Area guide

IP16 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the IP16 postcode area, covering Leiston and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

IP16 area price snapshot

Average price

£192,525

Median price

£195,000

5-year trend

+40.1%

Total sales

4,302

The IP16 area has 261 individual postcodes with 4,302 registered sales. Prices are +51.7% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Leiston. The five-year price movement is +40.1%.

Market context

IP16 averages £192,525, placing it in the affordable category, +51.7% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 4,302 recorded sales across 261 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in IP16 is +40.1%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for IP16

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in IP16 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in IP16.
  • 🏘️Explore Leiston. Much of the IP16 activity centres on Leiston. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the IP16 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in IP16

IP16 4AT

£140,920 avg · 128 sales

IP16 4JA

£127,011 avg · 124 sales

IP16 4DD

£110,736 avg · 110 sales

IP16 4XE

£69,936 avg · 89 sales

IP16 4AL

£105,843 avg · 85 sales

IP16 4BW

£115,041 avg · 68 sales

IP16 4AY

£117,507 avg · 67 sales

IP16 4DA

£121,124 avg · 63 sales

IP16 4HE

£182,505 avg · 63 sales

View all 261 postcodes in IP16 →

Useful tools for IP16 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,351

Avg £192,525 in IP16

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Asking Price Checker

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare IP16 with other areas

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Leiston data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This IP16 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in IP16?

The average sold price in the IP16 postcode area is £192,525, based on 4,302 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Leiston.

How do IP16 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in IP16 average £192,525, which is +51.7% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Is IP16 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

IP16 is +51.7% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales. The area covers 261 postcodes.

How have IP16 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in IP16 have moved +40.1% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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