IP31 1DE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Church Gardens, 0.2km 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 1DE offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k, down 3.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP31 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00153410 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHURCH GARDENS, IP31 1DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH GARDENS, IP31 1DE.
249
52
£ 43,200 /yr
47%
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
No single demographic signal dominates IP31 1DE — age 52, 92% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 3.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP31 1DE. The average age is 52.0. 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, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 325,000
7 sales · Mean £ 323,428
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP31 1DE has low crime rates — 31 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 Office0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Royal George0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harling Road11.1 km
- Thetford12.1 km
- Thurston13.0 km
Bus Stops
- Royal George0.2 km
- Royal George0.2 km
- Royal George0.2 km
- Royal George0.2 km
- West Wood0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP311DE · Data under Open Government Licence