IP22 1BL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Simonds Court, 0.3km from Botesdale in Rickinghall and Botesdale. Administratively it sits within Rickinghall ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. Residents average 51 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £281k, up 1.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP22 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00153247 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SIMONDS COURT, IP22 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SIMONDS COURT, IP22 1BL.
373
51
£ 47,300 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
IP22 1BL is an established family neighbourhood — 62% 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. Property prices are trending up 1.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP22 1BL. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 265,000
5 sales · Mean £ 253,850
Detached
£ 315,000
1 sales · Mean £ 315,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP22 1BL has low crime rates — 11 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.
school Local Schools
St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Botesdale Fish and Chip Shop0.2 km
- Blue Orchard0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Greyhound0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Santiago's Art Cafe0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Diss8.5 km
- Elmswell13.5 km
- Harling Road14.0 km
Bus Stops
- Simonds Court0.0 km
- Simonds Court0.0 km
- The Bell0.4 km
- The Bell0.4 km
- Hall Lane0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP221BL · Data under Open Government Licence