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.
WELLINGTON CLOSE, IP27 0BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WELLINGTON CLOSE, IP27 0BY.
383
35
£ 38,800 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
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
£ 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.
school Local Schools
Glade Academy
Forest Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ram Hotel0.7 km
- The Bridge Hotel Brandon0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Leisure Bowl0.8 km
- Flintknappers0.2 km
- The Bell Public House0.3 km
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
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
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Postcode Profile: IP270BY · Data under Open Government Licence