IP27 0DL is a safe, established residential area on St Nicholas Walk in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon East ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
For families considering a move, IP27 0DL represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £191k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00152526 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST NICHOLAS WALK, IP27 0DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST NICHOLAS WALK, IP27 0DL.
257
45
£ 38,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP27 0DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
IP27 0DL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 45, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP27 0DL. The average age is 45.0. 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 settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 190,000
3 sales · Mean £ 188,666
Semi-Detached
£ 176,000
1 sales · Mean £ 176,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP27 0DL has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. 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 Takeaway0.7 km
- Brandon Tandoori0.9 km
- Mr G's Bowling Centre0.7 km
- Centre Cafe0.7 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- China Garden0.9 km
- El Greco0.7 km
- Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.7 km
- Ali Kebabs0.7 km
- Jean Paul Pizzeria0.7 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Ram Hotel0.9 km
- The Bridge Hotel Brandon0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Leisure Bowl1.0 km
- Flintknappers0.7 km
- The Bell Public House0.7 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Deniz Intercontinental0.7 km
- Spar - Barrels Superstore0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Mace0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brandon1.0 km
- Lakenheath6.8 km
- Thetford8.1 km
Bus Stops
- St Benedicts Road0.2 km
- St Benedicts Road0.2 km
- St Nicholas Walk0.2 km
- St Nicholas Walk0.2 km
- Lingheath Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP270DL · Data under Open Government Licence