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# Ipswich residents urged to share their views on the town in new survey
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/ipswich-residents-urged-to-share-their-views-on-the-town-in-new-survey/
- Published: 2025-01-27T08:12:14.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:24:22.000Z
- Description: Ipswich Central, the Business Improvement District (BID) for Ipswich's town centre, waterfront, and the 'Connected Town' area, is calling on residents to share constructive feedback through a new public survey.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Town Centre & Waterfront, BID, Tourism & Place, #article, Ipswich Central, #Import 2026-03-16 14:45

**Why it matters**: The survey results will help Ipswich Central, which represents more than 600 businesses, understand what works and what needs improvement. By gathering public feedback, the BID can better:

- Target investments and improvements
- Address community concerns
- Support local businesses effectively
- Plan events and activities that people actually want
- Make informed decisions about the town's future development

![Ipswich town centre](https://storage.ghost.io/c/29/1e/291e4b7f-e551-4458-b546-61963954b22f/content/images/2026/03/1735914184-lloyds-avenue-and-town-centre-market-square-jpeg-1.jpg)

Ipswich Central is the Business Improvement District (BID) for the Ipswich town centre, Ipswich waterfront, and the 'Connected Town' areas Photo: Oliver Rouane-Williams (Ipswich.co.uk)

**The big picture**: The comprehensive survey covers various aspects of town centre life, including:

- Safety and security
- Shopping habits
- Evening entertainment
- Dining preferences
- Cultural interests
- Events attendance

**What they're asking**: The questionnaire explores how often people visit the town centre, their favourite places to eat and drink, and their shopping preferences – from independent shops to major retailers. Participants can also share their views on:

- Street security presence
- Favourite town centre locations
- Best aspects of Ipswich
- Recent town centre events
- Cultural interests

**What they're saying**: Ipswich Central CEO Lee Walker said: "We are keen to hear the views of residents, visitors and anyone with a constructive opinion on the town. By hearing directly from the public, we can truly understand what they want."

**What's next**: Residents can [complete the survey](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JXTFLSD?ref=ipswich.co.uk) online. It will only take a few minutes. Those completing the survey can opt to enter a prize draw by providing their email address. Survey results will be published in due course.

**Bottom line**: The [survey](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JXTFLSD?ref=ipswich.co.uk) represents an opportunity for residents to influence the future direction of Ipswich's town centre, with feedback sought from people of all ages and backgrounds.

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