As of November 2026 in the Ipswich area (postal area code IP) we track a total of 638 sites, made up of 425 independent sites and 213 franchised sites. Of the 425 independent sites listed, 324 are SMR (service, maintenance and repair) sites and 90 are used car sites and 11 are combined sites.
Ford has the most franchise contracts of any brand in this area. Within the Ipswich area there are a total of 115 brands represented by franchised sites. 124 franchised contracts are owned by 6 groups of which Desira is the largest.
Autosites is a powerful ally in any network planning analysis. It is also essential for undertaking competitor intelligence studies, comparing the landscape of franchised dealers against independent garages and their specific activities. Where they exist, social media accounts are included, enabling opportunities to gain insight for research and the competitive context of an area. This is particularly useful for marketing and relationship building.
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| Town | Independents |
|---|---|
| Ipswich | 136 |
| Bury St Edmunds | 84 |
| Woodbridge | 34 |
| Stowmarket | 33 |
| Diss | 30 |
| Thetford | 29 |
| Brandon | 14 |
| Saxmundham | 12 |
| Felixstowe | 11 |
| + 12 more towns | 42 |