St Margaret's, Ipswich: Jobs

Health and social care is the biggest employer in St Margaret's, with education, retail, and professional services also providing plenty of jobs. The neighbourhood has a nicely mixed local economy. Health and social work employs around 630 residents. Education comes next with 480, followed by retail and wholesale trade at 460. Professional, scientific and technical roles employ 318 people — the same as financial and information services combined. Working from home is really common here. Over 1,600 residents — roughly 40% of those in work — work mainly at home. That changes what people need from local amenities throughout the week. Most people who commute out do so by car or van. Around 1,474 residents drive. Walking is the second most popular option, with 447 residents travelling on foot.