IP14 1DF is a safe, established residential area on Unicorn Place, 0.3km 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. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £214k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP14 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00153281 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UNICORN PLACE, IP14 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UNICORN PLACE, IP14 1DF.
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 40, IP14 1DF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP14 1DF. 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
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 214,975
2 sales · Mean £ 214,975
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP14 1DF has low crime rates — 47 incidents 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 William0.9 km
- The Willow Tree0.3 km
- Queens Head0.7 km
- The Magpie Inn0.4 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Bella Sorrento0.7 km
- Limetree Cafe0.6 km
- Passione D'Amore Limited0.4 km
- Redfort0.8 km
- The Regal 1936 Cafe Bar0.3 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- BIGA NAPOLETANA PIZZERIA0.9 km
- Subway Sandwich Shop0.7 km
- A C Cracknell Fish & Chips0.4 km
- Normans Fish & Chips1.0 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 Daily0.8 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
- Stowmarket0.8 km
- Needham Market4.5 km
- Elmswell8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Lime Tree Place0.1 km
- Lime Tree Place0.1 km
- Cinema0.3 km
- The Ford0.3 km
- Dukes Head0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP141DF · Data under Open Government Licence