Area Analysis Breckland, East of England

IP26 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the IP26 postcode area.

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Population

9,990

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 40,650 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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10/10
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10/10
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1/10
workEmployment
7/10
diversity_3Diversity
8/10
paymentsAffluence
4/10
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1/10
homeHome Ownership
6/10
trending_upInvestment
6/10
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Area Character

IP26 is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 5.0% year-on-year.

home £329,627 median price
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP26 is a postcode district in Breckland, East of England, covering 331 active and 44 retired postcodes.

The largest share of IP26 (31%) is characterised by a peaceful rural village — low traffic, high green space, tight community, alongside a rural area with a significant number of older people in rented flats (13%). A further 12% of the district is made up of a working countryside area — farms, fields and close-knit local communities. This mix of 9 distinct neighbourhood types makes IP26 one of the more varied districts in the region.

Property: Average house prices in IP26 are around £329k, up 5.0% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across IP26 is moderate at 106 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. An average age of 45 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.

Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full IP26 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.

mapGeographic Location

Demographic Deep-Dive

Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 1%

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.

Violence and sexual offences501
Criminal damage and arson107
Anti-social behaviour98
Other theft94
Burglary72

school Local Schools

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Edmund de Moundeford VC Primary School, Feltwell

Good179 pupils
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Iceni Academy

Requires Improvement736 pupils
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Duchy of Lancaster Methwold CofE Primary School

Requires Improvement100 pupils
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The Norman Church of England Primary School, Northwold

Requires Improvement99 pupils
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Mundford Church of England Primary Academy

Good169 pupils

storefront Nearby Amenities

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • The Crown Hotel
  • Lynford Hall Hotel Ltd
  • Old School House B & B
  • Hill House Bed & Breakfast
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Chequers
  • Feltwell Social Club
  • Hockwold Village Club
  • Northwold Sports & Social Club
  • The George Public House
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Cherry Tree Farm
  • Edwards And Brown Catering
  • Feltwell Cafe
  • Feltwell Golf Club
  • Methwold Community Spot
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Mundford Fish Bar
  • Feltwell Chineses Takeaway
  • Rumbles
  • The Fish Piper
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Wissington Hostel Staff Shop
  • Browns Kitchen and Farm Shop
  • Gulf Garage
  • Mr Gerald Gray
  • R & E Yallop and Sons
  • + 7 more