Ipswich vs Newcastle upon Tyne
Which is better to live in? (2026)
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Our Verdict
Ipswich comes out ahead in 6 of 8 categories, with particular strengths in crime safety, schools, broadband. However, Newcastle upon Tyne performs better in transport and affordability, so the best choice depends on your priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ipswich or Newcastle upon Tyne better to live in?
Ipswich comes out ahead in 6 of 8 categories, with particular strengths in crime safety, schools, broadband. However, Newcastle upon Tyne performs better in transport and affordability, so the best choice depends on your priorities.
Is Ipswich safer than Newcastle upon Tyne?
Ipswich scores higher for crime safety (41/100) compared to Newcastle upon Tyne (33/100). Scores are based on the Index of Multiple Deprivation crime domain.
Which has better schools, Ipswich or Newcastle upon Tyne?
Ipswich has 15 schools within 3km, with 67% rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Newcastle upon Tyne has 15 schools nearby, with 40% rated Good or Outstanding.
Is it cheaper to live in Ipswich or Newcastle upon Tyne?
Estimated monthly bills are lower in Newcastle upon Tyne (~£406/month) compared to Ipswich (~£417/month). Bills include council tax, energy, water, broadband, and insurance estimates.
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Data sources: Scores are estimated using pre-loaded data from MHCLG Indices of Deprivation, Ofsted/GIAS school ratings, DfT Transport Connectivity 2025, MHCLG council tax data, Ofgem energy price cap, and regional averages. For full live data from 20+ government sources, view the individual town reports. Data provided under the Open Government Licence v3.0.