IP27 0BZ is a safe, established residential area on Thetford Road in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon East ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 41) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £240k, up 46.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00152519 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THETFORD ROAD, IP27 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THETFORD ROAD, IP27 0BZ.
425
41
£ 38,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
IP27 0BZ is an established family neighbourhood — 55% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 46.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP27 0BZ. The average age is 41.0. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
7 sales · Mean £ 199,357
Detached
£ 320,000
2 sales · Mean £ 320,000
Terraced
£ 180,000
2 sales · Mean £ 180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP27 0BZ has low crime rates — 43 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Glade Academy
Forest Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Atlantico0.4 km
- Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Pine Vista Cafe0.9 km
- Brandon Tandoori0.5 km
- Mr G's Bowling Centre0.3 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- China Garden0.5 km
- El Greco0.4 km
- Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.4 km
- Ali Kebabs0.4 km
- Jean Paul Pizzeria0.4 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ram Hotel0.7 km
- The Bridge Hotel Brandon0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Leisure Bowl0.8 km
- Flintknappers0.3 km
- The Bell Public House0.4 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Brandon Sports And Social Club1.0 km
- Deniz Intercontinental0.4 km
- Spar - Barrels Superstore0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.4 km
- Tesco0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brandon0.9 km
- Lakenheath6.4 km
- Thetford8.5 km
Bus Stops
- Knappers Way0.0 km
- Knappers Way0.0 km
- Car Park0.2 km
- Lode Street0.2 km
- Pioneer Store Car Park0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP270BZ · Data under Open Government Licence