Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

WOODFIELD LANE, IP14 1BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODFIELD LANE, IP14 1BN.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 46,600 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IP14 1BN combines high owner-occupation (70%), strong property values (£512k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

IP14 1BN is a safe, established residential area on Woodfield Lane, 0.1km from Combs Ford in Stowmarket. Administratively it sits within Combs Ford ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.

For families considering a move, IP14 1BN represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £512k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP14 1BN are sourced from Output Area E00153268 (shared with 7 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 IP14 1BN. The average age is 39.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 512,500

1 sales · Mean £ 512,500

Semi-Detached

£ 317,500

4 sales · Mean £ 310,750

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

IP14 1BN has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences62
Shoplifting25
Drugs15
Other theft11
Public order10

school Local Schools

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Combs Ford Primary School

Good391 pupils0.6 km
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Abbot's Hall Community Primary School

Good394 pupils0.7 km
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Grace Cook Primary School

0.8 km
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Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good176 pupils0.9 km
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Cedars Park Community Primary School

Requires Improvement366 pupils1.4 km
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Chilton Community Primary School

Good159 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Bernard Holdings Ltd0.5 km
  • Royal William0.9 km
  • The Willow Tree0.4 km
  • Queens Head0.7 km
  • The Magpie Inn0.2 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Bella Sorrento0.7 km
  • Limetree Cafe0.7 km
  • Passione D'Amore Limited0.4 km
  • Redfort0.8 km
  • The Regal 1936 Cafe Bar0.3 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • BIGA NAPOLETANA PIZZERIA1.0 km
  • Subway Sandwich Shop0.7 km
  • A C Cracknell Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • Golden Fried Chicken0.6 km
  • Chip Inn0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Boots Uk Ltd0.6 km
  • Nisa (Ipswich Street)0.6 km
  • Birthdays Ltd0.6 km
  • Bonitas Wholefoods Ltd0.7 km
  • Stuart's Premier Daily1.0 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Cedars Hotel Ltd1.0 km
  • Verandah House B & B0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd.1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stowmarket0.9 km
  • Needham Market4.6 km
  • Elmswell8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Ford0.2 km
  • The Ford0.2 km
  • Lime Tree Place0.2 km
  • Lime Tree Place0.2 km
  • Cracknells0.3 km