Is IP28 6DE a safe place to live?

Yes, IP28 6DE is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of IP28 6DE?

The population for the IP28 6DE area is approximately 142 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

IP28 6DE House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

142

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: IP28 6DE 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.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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5/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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6/10

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1/10

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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. IP28 6DE's 71% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP28 6DE is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Cavenham in West Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Manor ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for IP28 6DE are sourced from Output Area E00152589 (shared with 6 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 6DE. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 4%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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IP28 6DE has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour1

Burglary1

Other theft1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Porters Lodge Gardens and Tea Room0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Kennett6.5 km
Bury St Edmunds10.2 km
Newmarket13.6 km