Is IP21 4BZ a safe place to live?

Yes, IP21 4BZ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in IP21 4BZ?

The average property price in IP21 4BZ is currently around £295k.

What is the population of IP21 4BZ?

The population for the IP21 4BZ area is approximately 135 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

MARSH BUNGALOWS, IP21 4BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARSH BUNGALOWS, IP21 4BZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-07 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

135

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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5/10

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4/10

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7/10

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2/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 79% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, IP21 4BZ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP21 4BZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Marsh Bungalows, 0.3km from Thrandeston in Mid Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Palgrave ward and the Central Suffolk and North Ipswich constituency.

For families considering a move, IP21 4BZ represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 57) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £295k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP21 4BZ are sourced from Output Area E00153237 (shared with 13 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 IP21 4BZ. The average age is 57.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.7%

Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 295,000

1 sales · Mean £ 295,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

IP21 4BZ has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Diss3.3 km
Eccles Road16.2 km
Harling Road17.6 km

Bus Stops

Telephone Box0.3 km
Telephone Box0.3 km