Is IP21 4DT a safe place to live?

Yes, IP21 4DT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in IP21 4DT?

The average property price in IP21 4DT is currently around £585k.

What is the population of IP21 4DT?

The population for the IP21 4DT area is approximately 276 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

BUNGAY ROAD, IP21 4DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUNGAY ROAD, IP21 4DT.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,800 /yr

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Employed

51%

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

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8/10

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8/10

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1/10

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10/10

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3/10

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4/10

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2/10

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8/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IP21 4DT combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£585k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 34.3% year-on-year.

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

IP21 4DT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bungay Road, 0.1km from Scole in Scole. Administratively it sits within Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP21, IP21 4DT offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 76% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £585k, up 34.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP21 4DT are sourced from Output Area E00137006 (shared with 7 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 4DT. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 37%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 362,750

4 sales · Mean £ 391,750

Semi-Detached

£ 135,000

1 sales · Mean £ 135,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

IP21 4DT has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences19

Anti-social behaviour1

Burglary1

Public order1

school Local Schools

Scole Church of England Primary Academy

Good0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby

The Crossways Inn0.3 km
Scole Sports And Social Club0.3 km
Scole Inn0.3 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Scole Village Stores0.3 km
BP Scole SF Connect0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Diss2.6 km
Eccles Road17.4 km
Attleborough18.9 km