Rushmere St Andrew, Ipswich, Suffolk

· Prominent location in East Ipswich

· Rare freehold for sale

· Former hairdressers, partially fitted

Location

Subject property is located on the corner of Beech Road and Quantock Close in an attractive and popular part of East Ipswich, just off Woodbridge Road and close to Ipswich Hospital. 

Directions

From Ipswich Hospital, turn left onto Heath Road and continue straight ahead onto Woodbridge Road (A1214), following signs for Rushmere St Andrew. Continue along Woodbridge Road, then turn right into Beech Road. Follow Beech Road until you reach number 71, which will be on the road within Rushmere St Andrew, IP5 1AP. 

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Description

The subject property comprises an attractive ground floor lock-up shop with return frontage and rear access, with the benefit of one rear car parking space.  The property comprises the following approximate accommodation:

Net internal width                  25ft 9 in
Shop depth                            25ft 9 in
Return frontage                      14ft 6 in
Sales Area                             584 sq. ft.
Kitchen                                    47 sq. ft.
Staff Area                              24.5 sq. ft.
Total net internal area            655 sq. ft. (60.85 sq. m)

There is a rear staff area housing, small kitchenette, staff rest area, and WC with two wash hand basins, together with separate rear access to the parking space. The shop is arranged with solid timber floor, and has some fluorescent lighting, ceiling fan and electric heaters. There is one fixed basin, and three older style hairdressing chairs which remain in situ. 

Planning

The property has been used for a variety of retail uses over many years but may be suitable for other commercial uses, subject to change of uses. Further information from East Suffolk Council.

Business Rates

Rateable Value £5,900. Qualifying occupiers may be eligible for small business rates relief which can reduce rates payable by up 100% for certain properties with low rateable values. Further information available from East Suffolk Council.

Services

We understand that all mains services are connected including mains water, drainage and electricity. Electricity is not currently connected.

EPC

To be confirmed

Tenure

The property is held on a freehold tenure and we understand all costs of repairing the overall property are shared 50:50 with the freeholder of 73 Beech Road (a residential property on the first floor). 

Insurance

Buildings insurance would be arranged by each freeholder.

Local Authority

East Suffolk Council

Viewing

Strictly by prior appointment with the agent.

 NOTES

1.  Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars, but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed.  If there is any point, which  is of particular importance to you, please obtain professional confirmation. Alternatively, we will be pleased to check the information for you.  These Particulars do not constitute a contract or part of a contract.  All measurements quoted are approximate.  The Fixtures, Fittings & Appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.  Photographs are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item shown is included.  No guarantee can be given that any planning permission or listed building consent or building regulations have been applied for or approved. The agents have not been made aware of any covenants or restrictions that may impact the property, unless stated otherwise.  Any site plans used in the particulars are indicative only and buyers should rely on the Land Registry/transfer plan. 

2. The Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 require all Estate Agents to obtain sellers’ and buyers’ identity.

3. A grant of probate has been applied for.

December 2025