IP27 0DB is a safe, established residential area on Thetford Road in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon East ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 55% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £211k, down 20.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0DB are sourced from Output Area E00152519 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THETFORD ROAD, IP27 0DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THETFORD ROAD, IP27 0DB.
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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. IP27 0DB's 55% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 20.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP27 0DB. 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
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
£ 147,000
5 sales · Mean £ 147,200
Semi-Detached
£ 215,000
9 sales · Mean £ 216,111
Detached
£ 298,750
6 sales · Mean £ 297,916
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP27 0DB has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. 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
7 nearby- Atlantico0.6 km
- Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Brandon Tandoori0.7 km
- Mr G's Bowling Centre0.5 km
- Centre Cafe0.6 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- China Garden0.7 km
- El Greco0.6 km
- Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.6 km
- Ali Kebabs0.6 km
- Jean Paul Pizzeria0.6 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ram Hotel0.9 km
- The Bridge Hotel Brandon0.9 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Deniz Intercontinental0.6 km
- Spar - Barrels Superstore0.6 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Finevale Service Station1.0 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Flintknappers0.5 km
- The Bell Public House0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.6 km
- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brandon1.1 km
- Lakenheath6.6 km
- Thetford8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Knappers Way0.2 km
- Knappers Way0.2 km
- Lingheath Road0.4 km
- Lingheath Road0.4 km
- Car Park0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP270DB · Data under Open Government Licence