Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

LAMMAS CLOSE, IP31 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAMMAS CLOSE, IP31 1AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

224

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP31 1AF 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.

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7/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 45, IP31 1AF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

home £191,250 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP31 1AF is a safe, established residential area on Lammas Close, 0.2km from Bardwell in Bardwell. Administratively it sits within Bardwell ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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 £191k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP31 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00153398 (shared with 8 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 IP31 1AF. 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

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 181,250

4 sales · Mean £ 183,125

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

IP31 1AF 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.

Violence and sexual offences5
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Bardwell Church of England Primary School

Good55 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Woosters Bakery Shop0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Six Bells0.3 km
  • The Dun Cow0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Thurston9.0 km
  • Elmswell10.8 km
  • Bury St Edmunds12.2 km

Bus Stops

  • School0.2 km
  • School0.2 km
  • Green0.2 km
  • Green0.2 km
  • Post Office0.3 km