IP27 0DD is a safe, established residential area on Mounts Pit Lane 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. 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £231k, up 2.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0DD are sourced from Output Area E00152519 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOUNTS PIT LANE, IP27 0DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNTS PIT LANE, IP27 0DD.
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 41, IP27 0DD has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 2.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP27 0DD. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 192,000
3 sales · Mean £ 189,833
Detached
£ 255,000
9 sales · Mean £ 260,444
Semi-Detached
£ 222,500
7 sales · Mean £ 212,214
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP27 0DD has low crime rates — 24 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
7 nearby- Atlantico0.7 km
- Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Brandon Tandoori0.6 km
- Mr G's Bowling Centre0.5 km
- Centre Cafe0.6 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- China Garden0.7 km
- El Greco0.6 km
- Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.6 km
- Ali Kebabs0.7 km
- Jean Paul Pizzeria0.6 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ram Hotel1.0 km
- The Bridge Hotel Brandon1.0 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Deniz Intercontinental0.7 km
- Spar - Barrels Superstore0.6 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Finevale Service Station0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Flintknappers0.5 km
- The Bell Public House0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
- Tesco0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brandon1.1 km
- Lakenheath6.6 km
- Thetford8.3 km
Bus Stops
- Knappers Way0.2 km
- Knappers Way0.2 km
- Car Park0.4 km
- Lingwood Drive0.4 km
- Lingwood Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP270DD · Data under Open Government Licence