IP27 0BP is a safe, established residential area on Mill Hill in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon East ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
For families considering a move, IP27 0BP represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00152519 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILL HILL, IP27 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL HILL, IP27 0BP.
425
41
£ 38,800 /yr
50%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
IP27 0BP is an established family neighbourhood — 55% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP27 0BP. The average age is 41.0. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP27 0BP has low crime rates — 20 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.
school Local Schools
Glade Academy
Forest Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Atlantico0.9 km
- Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Brandon Tandoori0.9 km
- Mr G's Bowling Centre0.7 km
- Centre Cafe0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- China Garden0.9 km
- El Greco0.8 km
- Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.8 km
- Ali Kebabs0.9 km
- Jean Paul Pizzeria0.8 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Deniz Intercontinental0.9 km
- Spar - Barrels Superstore0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- Mace0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Flintknappers0.7 km
- The Bell Public House0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brandon1.3 km
- Lakenheath6.8 km
- Thetford8.0 km
Bus Stops
- Lingheath Road0.3 km
- Lingheath Road0.3 km
- St Nicholas Walk0.4 km
- Mallard Way0.4 km
- Chestnut Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP270BP · Data under Open Government Licence