Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

HAWSTEAD LANE, IP30 0BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWSTEAD LANE, IP30 0BT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

288

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 49,000 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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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.

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9/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. IP30 0BT's 70% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £385k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP30 0BT is a sought-after residential area on Hawstead Lane, 0.3km from Sicklesmere in Sicklesmere. Administratively it sits within Horringer ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.

For families considering a move, IP30 0BT represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP30 0BT are sourced from Output Area E00153547 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP30 0BT. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 472,500

2 sales · Mean £ 472,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

IP30 0BT has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1

school Local Schools

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Great Whelnetham Church of England Primary School

Inadequate79 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Sicklesmere Stores Ltd0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bury St Edmunds5.1 km
  • Thurston6.0 km
  • Elmswell11.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Rushbrooke Arms0.1 km
  • Rushbrooke Arms0.1 km
  • Post Office0.3 km
  • Post Office0.3 km
  • Raynsford Road0.5 km