Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

SIMONDS COURT, IP22 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SIMONDS COURT, IP22 1BL.

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Population

373

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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1/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

IP22 1BL is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 1.9% year-on-year.

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

IP22 1BL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Simonds Court, 0.3km from Botesdale in Rickinghall and Botesdale. Administratively it sits within Rickinghall ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. Residents average 51 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £281k, up 1.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP22 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00153247 (shared with 19 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 IP22 1BL. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 265,000

5 sales · Mean £ 253,850

Detached

£ 315,000

1 sales · Mean £ 315,000

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

IP22 1BL has low crime rates — 11 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.

Violence and sexual offences7
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs3
Public order1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good174 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Botesdale Fish and Chip Shop0.2 km
  • Blue Orchard0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Greyhound0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Santiago's Art Cafe0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Diss8.5 km
  • Elmswell13.5 km
  • Harling Road14.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Simonds Court0.0 km
  • Simonds Court0.0 km
  • The Bell0.4 km
  • The Bell0.4 km
  • Hall Lane0.4 km