Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

GEORGE STREET, IP27 0BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GEORGE STREET, IP27 0BX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

232

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP27 0BX 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.

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4/10
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1/10
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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 48% of tenure in IP27 0BX — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

IP27 0BX is a safe, established residential area on George Street in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon Central ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP27 0BX is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0BX are sourced from Output Area E00152525 (shared with 6 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 IP27 0BX. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.3%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean5.2%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 129,000

3 sales · Mean £ 132,166

Detached

£ 151,250

2 sales · Mean £ 151,250

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

Crime around IP27 0BX is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences77
Public order13
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson9
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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Glade Academy

Good245 pupils0.2 km
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Forest Academy

Good448 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Atlantico0.3 km
  • Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.1 km
  • Pine Vista Cafe0.9 km
  • Brandon Tandoori0.3 km
  • Mr G's Bowling Centre0.1 km
  • + 4 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • China Garden0.3 km
  • El Greco0.2 km
  • Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.2 km
  • Ali Kebabs0.3 km
  • Jean Paul Pizzeria0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Ram Hotel0.6 km
  • The Bridge Hotel Brandon0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Leisure Bowl0.8 km
  • Flintknappers0.1 km
  • The Bell Public House0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Brandon Sports And Social Club0.8 km
  • Deniz Intercontinental0.3 km
  • Spar - Barrels Superstore0.2 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.3 km
  • Tesco0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brandon0.8 km
  • Lakenheath6.2 km
  • Thetford8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Car Park0.0 km
  • Lode Street0.1 km
  • Knappers Way0.2 km
  • Ladram House0.2 km
  • Knappers Way0.2 km