Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

KAREN CLOSE, IP21 4DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KAREN CLOSE, IP21 4DL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

245

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 43,800 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

IP21 4DL is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

IP21 4DL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Karen Close, 0.3km from Scole in Scole. Administratively it sits within Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, IP21 4DL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP21 4DL are sourced from Output Area E00137007 (shared with 8 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 4DL. The average age is 51.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 311,500

3 sales · Mean £ 308,833

Semi-Detached

£ 252,500

4 sales · Mean £ 251,875

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

IP21 4DL has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Other theft2
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Scole Church of England Primary Academy

Good0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Crossways Inn0.1 km
  • Scole Sports And Social Club0.7 km
  • Scole Inn0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Scole Village Stores0.2 km
  • BP Scole SF Connect0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Diss2.2 km
  • Eccles Road17.1 km
  • Attleborough18.8 km