IP32 6DH is a safe, established residential area on Philip Road in Bury St Edmunds. Administratively it sits within Tollgate ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.
For families considering a move, IP32 6DH represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £317k, up 8.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP32 6DH are sourced from Output Area E00153609 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PHILIP ROAD, IP32 6DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PHILIP ROAD, IP32 6DH.
307
39
£ 38,800 /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.
Area Character
IP32 6DH is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 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. Property prices are trending up 8.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP32 6DH. The average age is 39.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 305,000
3 sales · Mean £ 301,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP32 6DH has low crime rates — 36 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
Tollgate Primary School
St Benedict's Catholic School
Bury St Edmunds County High School
Howard Community Academy
The Albany
King Edward VI CEVC School
St Edmundsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Curve Motion0.9 km
- Dine Contract Catering0.3 km
- Krazy Horse0.9 km
- Allison's Eatery0.8 km
- Bake and Bites0.2 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- A&O Mix Ltd0.8 km
- Lake Avenue Post Office and Premier0.3 km
- MFG Service Station0.2 km
- Spar and Subway0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Priory Hotel0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Greengage0.4 km
- The Tollgate0.3 km
- Station Hill Social Club1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op0.3 km
- Tesco1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Lake Avenue Chip Shop0.3 km
- Lime0.8 km
- Niko's Grill0.3 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.8 km
- Peyton Plaice0.8 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bury St Edmunds1.0 km
- Thurston7.1 km
- Elmswell14.2 km
Bus Stops
- Philip Road0.2 km
- Philip Road0.2 km
- Co-Op0.3 km
- Co-Op0.3 km
- Lancaster Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP326DH · Data under Open Government Licence