Postcode Analysis Mid Suffolk, East of England

THE DRIFT, IP22 1DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIFT, IP22 1DH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

328

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 47,300 /yr

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Employed

42%

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

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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IP22 1DH combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£493k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £493k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 20.8% year-on-year.

home £493,333 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP22 1DH is a sought-after residential area on The Drift, 0.3km from Botesdale in Rickinghall and Botesdale. Administratively it sits within Rickinghall ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.

For serious buyers, IP22 1DH is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £493k, down 20.8% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for IP22 1DH are sourced from Output Area E00183365 (shared with 10 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 1DH. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 478,750

4 sales · Mean £ 436,875

Semi-Detached

£ 420,000

1 sales · Mean £ 420,000

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

IP22 1DH has low crime rates — 14 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 Shop0.3 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 Road13.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Simonds Court0.1 km
  • Simonds Court0.1 km
  • The Bell0.4 km
  • The Bell0.4 km
  • Hall Lane0.4 km