IP24 2UQ is a sought-after residential area on Spindle Drive, 1.0km from Melford Common in Thetford. Administratively it sits within Thetford Castle ward and the South West Norfolk constituency.
For renters and young professionals, IP24 2UQ offers residents in this subgroup are typically single or divorced eu-born migrants who live alone. many are aged 25 to 44 and are employed in sales and customer service occupations or are process, plant and machine operatives. a higher than group average proportion identify with the white ethnic group or other asian ethnicities, and many do not speak english very well or well. housing is principally in flats in the social or private rented sector, with households typically overcrowded, and home ownership rare. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for IP24 2UQ are sourced from Output Area E00169880 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SPINDLE DRIVE, IP24 2UQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPINDLE DRIVE, IP24 2UQ.
280
34
£ 47,900 /yr
64%
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 2UQ spans multiple life stages — average age 34, 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 2UQ. The average age is 33.9. 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: 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
Flat
£ 128,000
23 sales · Mean £ 127,934
Terraced
£ 210,000
7 sales · Mean £ 217,285
Detached
£ 285,000
3 sales · Mean £ 268,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP24 2UQ has low crime rates — 15 incidents 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
Admirals Academy
Raleigh Infant Academy
Drake Primary School
The Thetford Academy
Norwich Road Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- A & T Stores0.5 km
- BP Connect0.3 km
- Slimming World0.7 km
- The Iris Cake Company0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Cinnamon Indian restaurant & takeaway1.0 km
- Thetford Garden Centre Ltd1.0 km
- Thetford Raj0.5 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Atlantis Fish Bar0.5 km
- Full House0.5 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Farmfoods Ltd1.0 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- Aldi Stores Limited1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thetford1.6 km
- Harling Road10.3 km
- Brandon10.5 km
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Postcode Profile: IP242UQ · Data under Open Government Licence