Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

FIVEWAYS, IP28 6AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FIVEWAYS, IP28 6AE.

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

309

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 45,200 /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: IP28 6AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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7/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

IP28 6AE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 77% 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.

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

IP28 6AE is a safe, established residential area on Fiveways, 1.1km from Barton Mills in Barton Mills. Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

For families considering a move, IP28 6AE represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IP28 6AE are sourced from Output Area E00152611 (shared with 11 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 IP28 6AE. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.1%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

IP28 6AE has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are possession of weapons and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Possession of weapons3
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • The Big Red Wine Company0.8 km
  • Millford Service Station0.0 km
  • Shell Barton Mills0.2 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Greggs0.0 km
  • McDonalds0.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Burger King0.0 km
  • Walkers Snack Bar0.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Bell0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kennett7.4 km
  • Lakenheath12.1 km
  • Shippea Hill13.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Silver Lodge0.0 km
  • Silver Lodge0.0 km
  • Five Ways0.1 km
  • Five Ways Roundabout0.1 km
  • Five Ways Roundabout0.2 km