IP14 1BX is a mixed residential area on Lime Tree Place, 0.4km from Combs Ford in Stowmarket. Administratively it sits within Combs Ford ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a mining and quarrying facilities zone — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £188k, down 10.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP14 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00153281 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LIME TREE PLACE, IP14 1BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIME TREE PLACE, IP14 1BX.
314
40
£ 46,600 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
IP14 1BX is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 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 down 10.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP14 1BX. The average age is 40.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 162,000
13 sales · Mean £ 170,538
Semi-Detached
£ 202,500
4 sales · Mean £ 195,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IP14 1BX is moderate at 67 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Combs Ford Primary School
Grace Cook Primary School
Abbot's Hall Community Primary School
Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Cedars Park Community Primary School
Chilton Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Bernard Holdings Ltd0.4 km
- Royal William0.8 km
- The Willow Tree0.2 km
- Queens Head0.6 km
- The Magpie Inn0.5 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Bella Sorrento0.6 km
- Limetree Cafe0.6 km
- Passione D'Amore Limited0.3 km
- Redfort0.7 km
- The Regal 1936 Cafe Bar0.2 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- BIGA NAPOLETANA PIZZERIA0.9 km
- Subway Sandwich Shop0.6 km
- A C Cracknell Fish & Chips0.5 km
- Normans Fish & Chips0.9 km
- Golden Fried Chicken0.5 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Boots Uk Ltd0.5 km
- Nisa (Ipswich Street)0.5 km
- Birthdays Ltd0.6 km
- Bonitas Wholefoods Ltd0.7 km
- Stuart's Premier Daily0.7 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Cedars Hotel Ltd0.9 km
- Verandah House B & B0.1 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd.0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Stowmarket0.7 km
- Needham Market4.6 km
- Elmswell8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Lime Tree Place0.2 km
- Lime Tree Place0.2 km
- Cinema0.3 km
- Dukes Head0.3 km
- The Ford0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP141BX · Data under Open Government Licence