Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

IP28 6BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP28 6BE.

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

340

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 45,200 /yr

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Employed

54%

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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9/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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7/10
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4/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

IP28 6BE is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

IP28 6BE is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Barton Mills in Barton Mills. Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

For families considering a move, IP28 6BE represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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.

Census 2021 statistics for IP28 6BE are sourced from Output Area E00152610 (shared with 20 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 6BE. 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

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

IP28 6BE 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.

Violence and sexual offences7
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Other theft1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • The Big Red Wine Company0.2 km
  • Millford Service Station1.0 km
  • Shell Barton Mills0.9 km
  • Andrew Palles-Clark0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Mildenhall Town FC1.0 km
  • Mildenhall Social Club1.0 km
  • The Bell0.1 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Greggs1.0 km
  • McDonalds1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Burger King1.0 km
  • Walkers Snack Bar1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kennett6.6 km
  • Lakenheath12.7 km
  • Shippea Hill13.0 km

Bus Stops

  • The Bell0.2 km
  • The Bell0.2 km
  • Church Meadow0.2 km
  • Church Meadow0.2 km