IP32 6DJ is a safe, established residential area on Gloucester Road in Bury St Edmunds. Administratively it sits within Tollgate ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a manufacturing, energy and utilities zone — manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £243k, up 15.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP32 6DJ are sourced from Output Area E00153609 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GLOUCESTER ROAD, IP32 6DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GLOUCESTER ROAD, IP32 6DJ.
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 6DJ 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 15.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP32 6DJ. 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
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 235,000
13 sales · Mean £ 240,076
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP32 6DJ has low crime rates — 39 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
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Woolpack1.0 km
- The Greengage0.5 km
- The Tollgate0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Curve Motion0.7 km
- Dine Contract Catering0.2 km
- Krazy Horse0.7 km
- Allison's Eatery0.9 km
- Bake and Bites0.1 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- A&O Mix Ltd0.9 km
- Lake Avenue Post Office and Premier0.2 km
- MFG Service Station0.3 km
- Spar and Subway0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Priory Hotel0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Lake Avenue Chip Shop0.2 km
- Lime0.9 km
- Niko's Grill0.2 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.9 km
- Peyton Plaice0.9 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bury St Edmunds1.1 km
- Thurston7.1 km
- Elmswell14.3 km
Bus Stops
- Co-Op0.2 km
- Co-Op0.2 km
- Shelley Road0.2 km
- Acacia Avenue0.2 km
- Philip Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP326DJ · Data under Open Government Licence