Ipswich outperforms national averages with 88% workforce participation rate
New figures show Ipswich has one of Britain's highest rates of working-age adults in employment, with only 12% considered economically inactive compared to the national average of 21%.
Why it matters: The figures from the Office for National Statistics demonstrate Ipswich's exceptional employment performance, with the town significantly outperforming the national average.
By the numbers:
- Just 12% of Ipswich's working-age adults are economically inactive
- 21% is the UK average for economic inactivity
- 88% of working-age adults in Ipswich are either employed or actively seeking work
For context: Economically inactive means someone not currently in employment and not actively seeking work.
The bottom line: Ipswich's strong workforce participation rate positions the town as one of Britain's most economically active areas, with employment levels significantly above the national average.
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