IP21 4BH is a mixed residential area located 0.7km from Brome in Mid Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Palgrave ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 57 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for IP21 4BH are sourced from Output Area E00153237 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IP21 4BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP21 4BH.
135
57
£ 45,100 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Average age 57, 79% owned. IP21 4BH is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP21 4BH. The average age is 57.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Diss2.9 km
- Eccles Road17.4 km
- Elmswell19.0 km
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Postcode Profile: IP214BH · Data under Open Government Licence