Is IP31 1BG a safe place to live?

Yes, IP31 1BG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 8 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in IP31 1BG?

The average property price in IP31 1BG is currently around £650k.

What is the population of IP31 1BG?

The population for the IP31 1BG area is approximately 109 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

OLD MILL COURT, IP31 1BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD MILL COURT, IP31 1BG.

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Population

109

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: IP31 1BG 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.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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10/10

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4/10

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9/10

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1/10

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7/10

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10/10

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Area Character

IP31 1BG is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £650k, 78% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

IP31 1BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Old Mill Court, 0.4km from Bardwell in West Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Bardwell ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP31, IP31 1BG offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £650k.

Census 2021 statistics for IP31 1BG are sourced from Output Area E00153400 (shared with 13 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 1BG. 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

White / British94.5%

Asian / British Asian0.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.9%

Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 36%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 650,000

1 sales · Mean £ 650,000

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

IP31 1BG 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

Bardwell Church of England Primary School

Good55 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Woosters Bakery Shop0.1 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Six Bells0.3 km
The Dun Cow0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Thurston9.2 km
Elmswell11.0 km
Thetford12.3 km

Bus Stops

School0.1 km
School0.1 km
Post Office0.2 km
Post Office0.2 km
Green0.3 km