IP31 1BT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Mill Road, 0.1km from Barningham in Barningham. Administratively it sits within Barningham ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP31, IP31 1BT offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 89% 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £387k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP31 1BT are sourced from Output Area E00153409 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILL ROAD, IP31 1BT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL ROAD, IP31 1BT.
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53
£ 43,200 /yr
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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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. IP31 1BT spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP31 1BT. The average age is 53.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 350,000
11 sales · Mean £ 375,727
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP31 1BT has low crime rates — 35 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.
school Local Schools
Barningham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Spar, PO and Delivery Office0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Royal George0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harling Road11.2 km
- Thetford12.3 km
- Thurston12.9 km
Bus Stops
- Royal George0.1 km
- Royal George0.1 km
- Royal George0.1 km
- Royal George0.1 km
- West Wood0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP311BT · Data under Open Government Licence