Buying a property in Ipswich

If you are looking for properties in Ipswich, you may be wondering what sort of properties are available and how much money you will need to borrow. Here at YesCanDo Money, we have many years of experience and we can help you to secure the mortgage that is right for you. Read on to discover more about the properties in Ipswich, Suffolk, and what is like to live in this area.

Information about Ipswich, Suffolk

Ipswich is one of the oldest towns in England. In the past, it was a vital trade route, with many famous visitors having passed through, including Lord Nelson and Charles Dickens who have stayed at the Great White Horse Hotel over the years.

A number of regeneration projects have helped the glory days to return to Ipswich, with the aim of turning this city into an exciting and vibrant metropolis. This includes everything from projects to revitalise the docks and remodel the train station, which are already underway.

Average property prices in Ipswich, Suffolk

There is a great range of properties in and around the Ipswich area. On average, properties sold for £224,601 over the past year. Most of the sales that happened in Ipswich during this time were semi-detached properties, which sold for £227,295 on average. Detached properties sold for £349,939 on average, and terraced properties fetched £185,291 on average.

Where to Buy a Property in Ipswich

There are a lot of great locations to live in here, with some of the most popular areas including the affluent Kesgrave neighbourhood, as well as Woodbridge and Rushmere St Andrew. Christchurch Park is also a top choice if you are interested in purchasing a historic Edwardian or Victorian property.

No matter what part of Ipswich you decide to move to, one thing you can be sure of is value for money. The average house price for Ipswich is significantly lower than the Suffolk average, as well as being lower than the UK average.

Council Tax in Ipswich

The council for this part of the country is the Ipswich Borough Council. You can view the current council tax rates for the different bands in Ipswich. These rates are per annum:

• Council Band A – £1290.48
• Council Band B – £1505.56
• Council Band C – £1720.64
• Council Band D – £1935.72
• Council Band E – £2365.88
• Council Band F – £2796.04
• Council Band G – £3226.20
• Council Band H – £3871.44

Schools in Ipswich

There is no denying that Ipswich has become very popular with families. In fact, Suffolk as a whole is a great choice for those with children. There are 15 primary schools in the area, and at the moment there is a 100% record for pupils achieving their anticipated grades in English and Maths. Some of the most highly-regarded schools in the Ipswich area include Kersey CofE Primary School, The Oaks Community Primary School, and St Mary’s Catholic Primary School. The University of Suffolk is also based in Ipswich, which is great for those looking to pursue further education. This university brings in approximately 5,000 postgraduate and undergraduate students to the town.

Travel in Ipswich

Located on the London to Norwich train line, Ipswich has the benefit of two train stations, which are the Derby Road station and Ipswich station. Both of these train stations have frequent trains that will take you approximately one hour to get into the capital. There are also plenty of bus routes so you can get across the town itself with ease. If you’re looking to take a trip abroad, Stanstead Airport is the nearest airport.

Green spaces in Ipswich

You do not have to travel far to get away from urban life in Ipswich, as it is surrounded by Local Nature Reserves and beautiful countryside.

How to get a mortgage in Ipswich

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If you are interested in living in Ipswich, you have plenty of different affordable properties to choose from. Here at YesCanDo Money, we can help to make sure you end up with the property you have your sights set on by advising you on the best mortgage deal for your needs.

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