Is IP29 4BT a safe place to live?

Yes, IP29 4BT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of IP29 4BT?

The population for the IP29 4BT area is approximately 215 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

IP29 4BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP29 4BT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-07 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

215

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

52%

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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10/10

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9/10

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1/10

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9/10

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4/10

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7/10

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1/10

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6/10

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4/10

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Area Character

IP29 4BT is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 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 · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP29 4BT is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Clopton Green in West Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Whepstead & Wickhambrook ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

For families considering a move, IP29 4BT represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

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

Census 2021 statistics for IP29 4BT are sourced from Output Area E00153708 (shared with 9 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 IP29 4BT. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

IP29 4BT has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bury St Edmunds13.1 km
Kennett14.0 km
Newmarket14.6 km