Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

BELL MEADOW, IP32 6AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BELL MEADOW, IP32 6AU.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 46,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP32 6AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. IP32 6AU spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 76.0% year-on-year.

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

IP32 6AU is a safe, established residential area on Bell Meadow, 1.5km from Bury St. Edmunds in Bury St Edmunds. Administratively it sits within Tollgate ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.

For families considering a move, IP32 6AU represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £227k, up 76.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP32 6AU are sourced from Output Area E00153640 (shared with 5 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 IP32 6AU. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 130,000

8 sales · Mean £ 129,625

Semi-Detached

£ 260,000

7 sales · Mean £ 216,785

Terraced

£ 224,500

6 sales · Mean £ 210,833

Detached

£ 345,000

4 sales · Mean £ 342,000

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

IP32 6AU has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences18
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft5
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Tollgate Primary School

Good328 pupils0.5 km
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St Benedict's Catholic School

Good0.8 km
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Bury St Edmunds County High School

Good810 pupils0.8 km
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King Edward VI CEVC School

Good1193 pupils1.1 km
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St Edmundsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good250 pupils1.2 km
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Howard Community Academy

Requires Improvement163 pupils1.4 km
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The Albany

Good28 pupils1.4 km
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Priory School

Outstanding199 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Dine Contract Catering0.7 km
  • Bake and Bites0.7 km
  • Folk Cafe0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.5 km
  • Starbucks0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Lake Avenue Post Office and Premier0.8 km
  • MFG Service Station0.3 km
  • Majestic Wine Warehouse0.7 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Priory Hotel0.5 km
  • Premier Inn0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Greengage0.7 km
  • The Tollgate0.2 km
  • Station Hill Social Club0.6 km
  • The Linden Tree0.7 km
  • The Beerhouse0.8 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op0.7 km
  • Tesco0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Lake Avenue Chip Shop0.8 km
  • Niko's Grill0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Chick King0.7 km
  • Pizza Hut1.0 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bury St Edmunds0.6 km
  • Thurston6.6 km
  • Elmswell13.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Tollgate Lane0.1 km
  • Tollgate Lane0.1 km
  • Philip Road0.4 km
  • Philip Road0.4 km
  • Thingoe Hill0.4 km