Ipswich Crown Court listings, daily case lists, sentencing results today, contact details, address and hearing schedule at Russell Road, IP1 2AG.
Daily Listings Summary for Ipswich Crown Court
The official court schedule for Tuesday, 23rd June 2026 comprises a total of 11 cases listed for hearing at Ipswich Crown Court.
Hearings are scheduled to commence at the following times: 10:00, 11:00, 11:30, 14:00, 14:30, 15:30.
Proceedings will be conducted across courtrooms 1, 3, 4, 5.
Members of the public and accredited media representatives are generally permitted to attend these hearings, subject to any reporting restrictions that may be in place.
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Welcome to the dedicated Ipswich Crown Court page on Courts Listings. Here you can view the latest Ipswich Crown Court listings, daily cause lists, sentencing results today, and upcoming hearings scheduled at The Courthouse on Russell Road. Our page is updated daily from official HMCTS feeds so defendants, solicitors, journalists, victims and members of the public can quickly check who is in court, which judge is sitting, and what is being heard in each courtroom.
Ipswich Crown Court is the principal Crown Court venue for Suffolk, sitting in the centre of Ipswich and dealing with serious criminal cases committed for trial or sentence from magistrates’ courts across the county, including those transferred from Ipswich Magistrates’ Court and Suffolk Magistrates’ Court. Common cases heard include burglary, drug supply, serious assault, robbery, sexual offences, fraud, dangerous driving causing death, and appeals against magistrates’ court convictions and sentences.
About Ipswich Crown Court
Ipswich Crown Court forms part of the South Eastern Circuit and serves the Suffolk region. The court house is a purpose-built modern facility located on Russell Road, a short walk from Ipswich town centre and the railway station. Cases are listed before Circuit Judges, Recorders and occasionally High Court Judges depending on case gravity. Jury trials, plea and trial preparation hearings (PTPH), sentencing hearings, and appeals from the magistrates’ court are all heard here.
Court Address & Contact Details
- Address: The Courthouse, 1 Russell Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 2AG
- Enquiries: 01268 458 057 (9am–5pm)
- Listing Office: 01473 228 575
- Jury Service: 01473 228 512
- Witness Service: 0300 332 1000
- DX: 729480 Ipswich 19
- Court Code: 426
Opening Hours
- Monday to Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday & Sunday: Closed
- Telephone lines operate 9:00 am – 5:00 pm on working days.
How to Get to Ipswich Crown Court
The court is easily accessible by car, rail and bus from across Suffolk, Essex and Norfolk.
- By train: Ipswich Railway Station is around 10 minutes’ walk from Russell Road, with direct services from London Liverpool Street, Norwich, Colchester and Cambridge.
- By bus: Tower Ramparts Bus Station is a 5-minute walk from the courthouse, served by First Eastern Counties and Ipswich Buses routes.
- By car: The court is signposted from the A14 and A12. Public parking is available at Crown Pools Car Park, Civic Drive Car Park and West End Road Car Park within short walking distance. There is no dedicated parking at the court for the public.
Cases Heard at Ipswich Crown Court
Ipswich Crown Court deals with indictable-only and either-way criminal cases sent up from magistrates’ courts in Suffolk, as well as committals for sentence and appeals. Typical matters listed include:
- Jury trials for serious criminal offences
- Sentencing hearings following guilty pleas or convictions
- Plea and Trial Preparation Hearings (PTPH)
- Confiscation hearings under the Proceeds of Crime Act
- Breach of Crown Court orders and suspended sentences
- Appeals against conviction or sentence from Ipswich and Suffolk Magistrates’ Courts
- Single Justice Procedure (SJP) matters
Ipswich Crown Court Sentencing Results Today
Sentencing outcomes for cases heard at Ipswich Crown Court are published in the daily cause list once the hearing concludes. You can use this page to track Ipswich Crown Court sentencing results today, including custodial sentences, suspended sentences, community orders and fines handed down by sitting judges. For media reporting, court reporters can also confirm sentencing outcomes via the court listing office.
Building Facilities
- Disabled access and disabled toilet on the ground floor
- Six interview rooms for legal consultations
- Baby changing facilities in the ground floor disabled toilet
- Hearing enhancement loop (by prior arrangement)
- Assistance dogs welcome
- Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyards available on request
- Prison-to-court video link and Electronic Presentation of Evidence (EPE)
- GovWifi wireless access for court users
- Interpreters available through the HMCTS booking service
Security & What to Expect on Arrival
All visitors entering Ipswich Crown Court must pass through airport-style security screening. Bags are scanned and large items such as food, drink, sharp objects and recording devices are not permitted. Photo ID is recommended. Mobile phones may be carried but must be switched to silent inside courtrooms, and filming or photography is strictly prohibited under the Contempt of Court Act 1981. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your listed hearing time to clear security.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Ipswich Crown Court listings for tomorrow?
Daily and next-day Ipswich Crown Court listings are published on this page and refreshed each working day. Lists usually appear from late afternoon for the following court day.
How do I find out the sentencing result of a case at Ipswich Crown Court?
You can view sentencing outcomes on the daily cause list once the hearing is concluded, or contact the court listing office on 01473 228 575 for confirmation.
Can the public attend hearings at Ipswich Crown Court?
Yes. Most Crown Court hearings are open to the public and press, except where reporting restrictions or in-camera orders apply, such as in some youth or sexual offence cases.
What is the postcode for Ipswich Crown Court?
The postcode is IP1 2AG. The court is located at The Courthouse, 1 Russell Road, Ipswich.
Is Ipswich Crown Court the same as Ipswich Magistrates’ Court?
No. Ipswich Crown Court hears serious indictable cases and appeals, while Ipswich Magistrates’ Court deals with summary offences, bail applications and committals. Both serve the Suffolk area but operate from separate buildings.
How do I report for jury service at Ipswich Crown Court?
Jurors should call the dedicated jury line on 01473 228 512 or follow the instructions on their jury summons letter from HMCTS.
