IP21 4AU is a mixed residential area located 0.9km from Oakley in Mid Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Palgrave ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.
For families considering a move, IP21 4AU represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for IP21 4AU are sourced from Output Area E00153232 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
IP21 4AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IP21 4AU.
563
49
£ 45,100 /yr
43%
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
IP21 4AU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 77% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP21 4AU. The average age is 48.8. 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.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Diss4.8 km
- Eccles Road19.8 km
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Postcode Profile: IP214AU · Data under Open Government Licence