IP27 0DR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on St Dominics Drive in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon East ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
For families considering a move, IP27 0DR represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00152515 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST DOMINICS DRIVE, IP27 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST DOMINICS DRIVE, IP27 0DR.
199
55
£ 38,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP27 0DR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
IP27 0DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 87% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 IP27 0DR. The average age is 54.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP27 0DR has low crime rates — 8 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
Glade Academy
Forest Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Atlantico0.8 km
- Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Mr G's Bowling Centre0.8 km
- Centre Cafe0.9 km
- Tillys Tea Rooms0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- El Greco0.9 km
- Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.9 km
- Ali Kebabs0.8 km
- Jean Paul Pizzeria0.9 km
- Kings Garden0.9 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Deniz Intercontinental0.8 km
- Spar - Barrels Superstore0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Mace0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Flintknappers0.8 km
- The Bell Public House0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brandon1.1 km
- Lakenheath6.9 km
- Thetford8.0 km
Bus Stops
- St Benedicts Road0.1 km
- St Benedicts Road0.1 km
- St Nicholas Walk0.2 km
- St Nicholas Walk0.2 km
- The Paddocks0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP270DR · Data under Open Government Licence