IP27 0DU is a safe, established residential area on Wood Close in Brandon (West Suffolk). Administratively it sits within Brandon Central ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
The people who live in IP27 0DU are typical of a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £174k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 13.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP27 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00152518 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOOD CLOSE, IP27 0DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOOD CLOSE, IP27 0DU.
317
34
£ 38,800 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP27 0DU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. IP27 0DU spans multiple life stages — average age 34, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 13.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP27 0DU. The average age is 34.2. 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
£ 163,500
7 sales · Mean £ 162,285
Semi-Detached
£ 190,000
2 sales · Mean £ 190,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP27 0DU has low crime rates — 24 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- Atlantico0.9 km
- Peach Bower Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Brandon Tandoori0.7 km
- Mr G's Bowling Centre0.6 km
- Centre Cafe0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- China Garden0.7 km
- El Greco0.7 km
- Golden Fried Chicken & Pizza0.8 km
- Ali Kebabs0.9 km
- Jean Paul Pizzeria0.8 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Deniz Intercontinental0.9 km
- Spar - Barrels Superstore0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- Finevale Service Station0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Flintknappers0.6 km
- The Bell Public House0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Aldi0.9 km
- Tesco0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brandon1.4 km
- Lakenheath6.4 km
- Thetford8.3 km
Bus Stops
- Lingwood Drive0.1 km
- Lingwood Drive0.1 km
- Walton Way0.2 km
- Walton Way0.2 km
- Spruce Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: IP270DU · Data under Open Government Licence