Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

HANOVER CLOSE, IP32 6BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HANOVER CLOSE, IP32 6BT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

337

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP32 6BT represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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

Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 47, IP32 6BT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £85k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

IP32 6BT is a safe, established residential area on Hanover Close in Bury St Edmunds. Administratively it sits within Tollgate ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.

Within the IP32 district, this postcode is characterised by a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £85k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for IP32 6BT are sourced from Output Area E00153608 (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 IP32 6BT. 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 / British91.9%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.2%
Other / Mixed5.4%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 92,500

2 sales · Mean £ 92,500

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

IP32 6BT has low crime rates — 27 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.

Violence and sexual offences48
Anti-social behaviour18
Shoplifting11
Criminal damage and arson9
Vehicle crime6

school Local Schools

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Tollgate Primary School

Good328 pupils0.2 km
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St Benedict's Catholic School

Good0.6 km
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Bury St Edmunds County High School

Good810 pupils0.7 km
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Howard Community Academy

Requires Improvement163 pupils1.1 km
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The Albany

Good28 pupils1.1 km
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King Edward VI CEVC School

Good1193 pupils1.2 km
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St Edmundsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good250 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Curve Motion1.0 km
  • Dine Contract Catering0.3 km
  • Krazy Horse1.0 km
  • Allison's Eatery1.0 km
  • Bake and Bites0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • A&O Mix Ltd1.0 km
  • Lake Avenue Post Office and Premier0.5 km
  • MFG Service Station0.1 km
  • Spar and Subway1.0 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Priory Hotel0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Greengage0.5 km
  • The Tollgate0.2 km
  • Station Hill Social Club0.9 km
  • The Linden Tree0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op0.3 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Lake Avenue Chip Shop0.5 km
  • Lime1.0 km
  • Niko's Grill0.5 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza1.0 km
  • Peyton Plaice1.0 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bury St Edmunds0.9 km
  • Thurston6.9 km
  • Elmswell14.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Philip Road0.1 km
  • Philip Road0.1 km
  • Tollgate Lane0.3 km
  • Tollgate Lane0.3 km
  • Co-Op0.3 km