IP28 6AJ is a safe, established residential area on Bell Lane, 0.3km from Barton Mills in Barton Mills. Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
For families considering a move, IP28 6AJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £315k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP28 6AJ are sourced from Output Area E00152610 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BELL LANE, IP28 6AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BELL LANE, IP28 6AJ.
340
45
£ 45,200 /yr
54%
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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. IP28 6AJ's 60% ownership and 45-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP28 6AJ. The average age is 45.1. 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: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 315,000
1 sales · Mean £ 315,000
Detached
£ 290,000
3 sales · Mean £ 365,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP28 6AJ has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- The Big Red Wine Company0.1 km
- Millford Service Station0.9 km
- Shell Barton Mills0.8 km
- Andrew Palles-Clark0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Mildenhall Town FC1.0 km
- Mildenhall Social Club1.0 km
- The Bell0.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Greggs0.9 km
- McDonalds0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Burger King0.9 km
- Walkers Snack Bar0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kennett6.7 km
- Lakenheath12.6 km
- Shippea Hill13.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Bell0.1 km
- The Bell0.1 km
- Church Meadow0.2 km
- Church Meadow0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP286AJ · Data under Open Government Licence