IP27 0BS is a safe, established residential area on Thetford Road in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon Central ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, IP27 0BS is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 3.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00152525 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THETFORD ROAD, IP27 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THETFORD ROAD, IP27 0BS.
232
36
£ 38,800 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP27 0BS 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.
Area Character
With 48% social renting, IP27 0BS is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 3.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP27 0BS. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 171,000
10 sales · Mean £ 180,475
Detached
£ 198,500
3 sales · Mean £ 217,500
Semi-Detached
£ 115,000
1 sales · Mean £ 115,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around IP27 0BS is moderate at 52 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
10 nearby- Atlantico0.3 km
- Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.1 km
- Pine Vista Cafe0.9 km
- Brandon Tandoori0.3 km
- Mr G's Bowling Centre0.1 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- China Garden0.3 km
- El Greco0.2 km
- Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.2 km
- Ali Kebabs0.3 km
- Jean Paul Pizzeria0.2 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ram Hotel0.6 km
- The Bridge Hotel Brandon0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Leisure Bowl0.7 km
- Flintknappers0.1 km
- The Bell Public House0.2 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Brandon Sports And Social Club0.8 km
- Deniz Intercontinental0.3 km
- Spar - Barrels Superstore0.2 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.3 km
- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brandon0.8 km
- Lakenheath6.2 km
- Thetford8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Lode Street0.0 km
- Car Park0.1 km
- Ladram House0.2 km
- Ladram House0.2 km
- Pioneer Store Car Park0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP270BS · Data under Open Government Licence