IP31 1AA is a safe, established residential area on Up Street, 0.4km from Bardwell in Bardwell. Administratively it sits within Bardwell ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
For families considering a move, IP31 1AA represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £367k, down 0.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP31 1AA are sourced from Output Area E00153398 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UP STREET, IP31 1AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UP STREET, IP31 1AA.
224
45
£ 43,200 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP31 1AA represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. IP31 1AA's 58% ownership and 45-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £367k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP31 1AA. The average age is 45.3. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 241,997
4 sales · Mean £ 275,373
Detached
£ 302,500
1 sales · Mean £ 302,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP31 1AA has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Bardwell Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Woosters Bakery Shop0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Six Bells0.2 km
- The Dun Cow0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thurston9.2 km
- Elmswell10.9 km
- Thetford12.5 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.0 km
- Post Office0.0 km
- School0.2 km
- School0.2 km
- Green0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP311AA · Data under Open Government Licence