IP31 1AZ is a mixed residential area on Bowbeck, 0.8km from Bowbeck in West Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Bardwell ward and the West Suffolk constituency.
For families considering a move, IP31 1AZ represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for IP31 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00153400 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BOWBECK, IP31 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BOWBECK, IP31 1AZ.
109
52
£ 43,200 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP31 1AZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates IP31 1AZ — age 52, 78% ownership, 20% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 IP31 1AZ. The average age is 51.8. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
school Local Schools
Bardwell Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Woosters Bakery Shop0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Dun Cow0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thurston9.9 km
- Thetford11.6 km
- Elmswell11.8 km
Bus Stops
- Crossroads0.4 km
- Crossroads0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: IP311AZ · Data under Open Government Licence