Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

WELLINGTON CLOSE, IP27 0BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLINGTON CLOSE, IP27 0BY.

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Population

383

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 38,800 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP27 0BY 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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5/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

With 40% social renting, IP27 0BY 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.

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

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

An affordable area with active regeneration, IP27 0BY is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 40% 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 £178k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 0.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00152516 (shared with 3 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 0BY. The average age is 34.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.7%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 177,500

5 sales · Mean £ 169,500

Semi-Detached

£ 139,000

1 sales · Mean £ 139,000

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

IP27 0BY 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 offences71
Public order12
Anti-social behaviour11
Criminal damage and arson10
Drugs7

school Local Schools

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Glade Academy

Good245 pupils0.1 km
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Forest Academy

Good448 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Atlantico0.4 km
  • Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Pine Vista Cafe1.0 km
  • Brandon Tandoori0.5 km
  • Mr G's Bowling Centre0.2 km
  • + 4 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • China Garden0.4 km
  • El Greco0.3 km
  • Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.3 km
  • Ali Kebabs0.4 km
  • Jean Paul Pizzeria0.3 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Ram Hotel0.7 km
  • The Bridge Hotel Brandon0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Leisure Bowl0.8 km
  • Flintknappers0.2 km
  • The Bell Public House0.3 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Brandon Sports And Social Club0.9 km
  • Deniz Intercontinental0.4 km
  • Spar - Barrels Superstore0.4 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.4 km
  • Tesco0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brandon0.9 km
  • Lakenheath6.4 km
  • Thetford8.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Knappers Way0.1 km
  • Knappers Way0.1 km
  • Car Park0.2 km
  • Lode Street0.2 km
  • Ladram House0.3 km