Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

LODE STREET, IP27 0BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LODE STREET, IP27 0BD.

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Population

232

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP27 0BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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1/10
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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

IP27 0BD has a significant social housing presence — 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

IP27 0BD is a safe, established residential area on Lode Street in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon Central ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP27 0BD is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £90k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00152525 (shared with 6 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 IP27 0BD. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.3%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean5.2%
Other / Mixed6.1%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 83,500

3 sales · Mean £ 85,000

Detached

£ 174,500

4 sales · Mean £ 183,250

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

IP27 0BD has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences56
Public order12
Anti-social behaviour8
Criminal damage and arson7
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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Forest Academy

Good448 pupils0.4 km
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Glade Academy

Good245 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Atlantico0.1 km
  • Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Pine Vista Cafe0.7 km
  • Brandon Tandoori0.4 km
  • Mr G's Bowling Centre0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • China Garden0.3 km
  • El Greco0.1 km
  • Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.1 km
  • Ali Kebabs0.1 km
  • Jean Paul Pizzeria0.1 km
  • + 6 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Ram Hotel0.4 km
  • The Bridge Hotel Brandon0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Leisure Bowl0.6 km
  • Flintknappers0.2 km
  • The Bell Public House0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Brandon Sports And Social Club0.8 km
  • Deniz Intercontinental0.1 km
  • Spar - Barrels Superstore0.1 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.1 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.1 km
  • Tesco0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brandon0.6 km
  • Lakenheath6.2 km
  • Thetford8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Ladram House0.1 km
  • Pioneer Store Car Park0.1 km
  • Ladram House0.1 km
  • Lode Street0.1 km
  • Aldi0.1 km