Is IP21 4BX a safe place to live?

Yes, IP21 4BX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in IP21 4BX?

The average property price in IP21 4BX is currently around £445k.

What is the population of IP21 4BX?

The population for the IP21 4BX area is approximately 135 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

LITTLE GREEN, IP21 4BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LITTLE GREEN, IP21 4BX.

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Population

135

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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5/10

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4/10

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7/10

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2/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

IP21 4BX is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 79% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £445k reflects the demand.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP21 4BX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Little Green, 0.1km from Little Green in Mid Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Palgrave ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP21, IP21 4BX offers 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 residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP21 4BX are sourced from Output Area E00153237 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP21 4BX. 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

White / British95.6%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.7%

Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 430,000

2 sales · Mean £ 430,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

IP21 4BX has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Diss3.4 km
Eccles Road16.6 km
Elmswell17.7 km

Bus Stops

Telephone Box0.1 km
Telephone Box0.1 km