IP24 1AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Priory Park, 0.9km from Newtown in Thetford. Administratively it sits within Thetford Priory ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, IP24 1AU represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £271k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP24 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00134506 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRIORY PARK, IP24 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORY PARK, IP24 1AU.
284
49
£ 42,100 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. IP24 1AU spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP24 1AU. The average age is 49.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 252,500
10 sales · Mean £ 259,050
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IP24 1AU is moderate at 51 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Norwich Road Academy
The Bishop's Church of England Primary Academy
Redcastle Family School
Drake Primary School
Diamond Academy
Admirals Academy
Raleigh Infant Academy
The Thetford Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Savers Health & Beauty0.6 km
- W H Smith Ltd0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- Euro Plus Thetford Ltd0.6 km
- Iceland Foods Ltd0.4 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- The Black Horse0.8 km
- Guildhall and Carnegie Complex0.8 km
- J D Wetherspoon Ltd0.8 km
- The Chase0.7 km
- Thetford Conservative Club Ltd0.8 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
26 nearby- Nimmi Indian Cuisine0.4 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Bellissimo0.6 km
- Central Cafe0.5 km
- Cinnamon Indian restaurant & takeaway0.8 km
- + 21 more
Supermarkets
15 nearby- Poundstretcher Ltd0.4 km
- 7 Days Supermarket Ltd0.6 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.8 km
- Maxi Poli0.7 km
- Maxxi Polii0.7 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- USA Chicken0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- O Yes!0.9 km
- Pizza Plus0.4 km
- The Kiosk Thetford0.8 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- The Bell Hotel0.5 km
- The Wereham House Hotel0.5 km
- Travelodge Hotels Ltd0.6 km
- Pink Cottage Bed & Breakfast0.8 km
- Thomas Paine Hotel0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thetford0.1 km
- Brandon9.0 km
- Harling Road11.9 km
Bus Stops
- Thetford Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: IP241AU · Data under Open Government Licence