IP24 1BZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.0km from Newtown in Thetford. Administratively it sits within Thetford Priory ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, IP24 1BZ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for IP24 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00134502 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IP24 1BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP24 1BZ.
243
51
£ 42,100 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP24 1BZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
IP24 1BZ has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP24 1BZ. The average age is 50.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP24 1BZ has low crime rates — 46 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
The Bishop's Church of England Primary Academy
Norwich Road Academy
Redcastle Family School
Drake Primary School
Diamond Academy
Admirals Academy
Raleigh Infant Academy
The Thetford Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Savers Health & Beauty0.8 km
- W H Smith Ltd0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- BP Filling Station1.0 km
- BP Thetford West Filling Station1.0 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Nimmi Indian Cuisine0.6 km
- Subway0.9 km
- Bellissimo0.8 km
- Central Cafe0.7 km
- Dough&Co WoodFired Pizza Thetford and Burger Amour0.7 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
11 nearby- Poundstretcher Ltd0.6 km
- 7 Days Supermarket Ltd0.7 km
- Maxi Poli0.9 km
- Maxxi Polii0.9 km
- Mini Market0.6 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- USA Chicken0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- O Yes!0.9 km
- Pizza Plus0.6 km
- The Kiosk Thetford0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- The Bell Hotel0.7 km
- The Wereham House Hotel0.6 km
- Travelodge Hotels Ltd0.7 km
- Thomas Paine Hotel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Guildhall and Carnegie Complex0.9 km
- J D Wetherspoon Ltd1.0 km
- The Chase0.8 km
- Thetford Conservative Club Ltd1.0 km
- Thetford Town Football Club0.4 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thetford0.2 km
- Brandon8.8 km
- Harling Road12.0 km
Bus Stops
- Thetford Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP241BZ · Data under Open Government Licence