Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

ST NICHOLAS WALK, IP27 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST NICHOLAS WALK, IP27 0DJ.

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Population

425

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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7/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. IP27 0DJ's 55% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 10.3% year-on-year.

home £215,000 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP27 0DJ is a safe, established residential area on St Nicholas Walk in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon East ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

For families considering a move, IP27 0DJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k, down 10.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00152519 (shared with 9 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 0DJ. 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

White / British88.0%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed5.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 179,500

8 sales · Mean £ 173,625

Detached

£ 200,000

6 sales · Mean £ 217,500

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

IP27 0DJ has low crime rates — 10 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.

Violence and sexual offences17
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Glade Academy

Good245 pupils0.5 km
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Forest Academy

Good448 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Atlantico0.8 km
  • Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
  • Brandon Tandoori1.0 km
  • Mr G's Bowling Centre0.7 km
  • Centre Cafe0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • China Garden0.9 km
  • El Greco0.8 km
  • Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.8 km
  • Ali Kebabs0.8 km
  • Jean Paul Pizzeria0.8 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Deniz Intercontinental0.8 km
  • Spar - Barrels Superstore0.8 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Mace0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Flintknappers0.7 km
  • The Bell Public House0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Aldi0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brandon1.1 km
  • Lakenheath6.9 km
  • Thetford8.0 km

Bus Stops

  • St Nicholas Walk0.1 km
  • Lingheath Road0.1 km
  • St Nicholas Walk0.1 km
  • Lingheath Road0.2 km
  • St Benedicts Road0.2 km