Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

CHESTNUT CLOSE, IP28 6AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHESTNUT CLOSE, IP28 6AF.

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 6AF 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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. IP28 6AF spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. £430k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

IP28 6AF is a safe, established residential area on Chestnut Close, 0.8km from Barton Mills in Barton Mills. Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP28, IP28 6AF offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP28 6AF 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 6AF. 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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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 429,000

3 sales · Mean £ 429,666

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

IP28 6AF has low crime rates — 23 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
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
Public order2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • The Big Red Wine Company0.4 km
  • Millford Service Station0.5 km
  • Shell Barton Mills0.3 km
  • Andrew Palles-Clark0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • McDonalds0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Burger King0.5 km
  • Walkers Snack Bar0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Bell0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kennett6.9 km
  • Lakenheath12.5 km
  • Shippea Hill13.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Bull Inn0.0 km
  • Bull Inn0.0 km
  • Five Ways Roundabout0.4 km
  • Five Ways Roundabout0.4 km
  • Silver Lodge0.4 km