Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

ST ALBANS WAY, IP24 1DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST ALBANS WAY, IP24 1DB.

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Population

433

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 42,100 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP24 1DB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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10/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

IP24 1DB has a significant social housing presence — 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 32-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

IP24 1DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on St Albans Way, 1.1km from Newtown in Thetford. Administratively it sits within Thetford Priory ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP24 1DB is a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 51% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for IP24 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00134501 (shared with 4 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 IP24 1DB. The average age is 32.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 130,000

1 sales · Mean £ 130,000

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

Crime around IP24 1DB is moderate at 64 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 offences101
Anti-social behaviour52
Criminal damage and arson32
Public order20
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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The Bishop's Church of England Primary Academy

Requires Improvement386 pupils0.3 km
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Norwich Road Academy

Requires Improvement342 pupils0.9 km
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Redcastle Family School

Good241 pupils0.9 km
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Drake Primary School

Good419 pupils1.2 km
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Diamond Academy

Inadequate1.4 km
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Queensway Infant Academy and Nursery

Requires Improvement176 pupils1.5 km
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The Pinetree School

Requires Improvement32 pupils1.5 km
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The Thetford Academy

Good1161 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Savers Health & Beauty0.9 km
  • W H Smith Ltd1.0 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • BP Filling Station0.8 km
  • BP Thetford West Filling Station0.8 km
  • + 7 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Nimmi Indian Cuisine0.7 km
  • Bellissimo0.9 km
  • Central Cafe0.8 km
  • Dough&Co WoodFired Pizza Thetford and Burger Amour0.8 km
  • B&O0.9 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Poundstretcher Ltd0.7 km
  • 7 Days Supermarket Ltd0.9 km
  • Mini Market0.8 km
  • P & L Stores0.9 km
  • Poundland Limited1.0 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • USA Chicken0.9 km
  • O Yes!0.9 km
  • Pizza Plus0.8 km
  • Tien-Tien Chinese Take-Away0.3 km
  • Rumbles Fish Bar0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • The Bell Hotel0.8 km
  • The Wereham House Hotel0.8 km
  • Travelodge Hotels Ltd0.8 km
  • Thomas Paine Hotel0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Chase0.9 km
  • Thetford Town Football Club0.6 km
  • ICE0.9 km
  • Railway Tavern0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Thetford0.4 km
  • Brandon8.7 km
  • Harling Road12.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Thetford Rail Station0.5 km