CO10 0BU is a sought-after residential area on Lambert Drive, 0.6km from Acton in Acton. Administratively it sits within Long Melford ward and the South Suffolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CO10, CO10 0BU offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £346k, up 66.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CO10 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00152487 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LAMBERT DRIVE, CO10 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAMBERT DRIVE, CO10 0BU.
308
48
£ 44,300 /yr
45%
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
CO10 0BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 66.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CO10 0BU. The average age is 47.6. 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
£ 433,500
1 sales · Mean £ 433,500
Semi-Detached
£ 260,000
1 sales · Mean £ 260,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CO10 0BU has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Acton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Great Waldingfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Gt Waldingfield Bowls & Social Club0.9 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Bob's Stores0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sudbury Suffolk4.1 km
- Bures10.6 km
- Chappel & Wakes Colne15.7 km
Bus Stops
- Lambert Drive0.0 km
- Lambert Drive0.0 km
- Vicarage Lane0.1 km
- Vicarage Lane0.1 km
- Jennens Way0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CO100BU · Data under Open Government Licence