Postcode Analysis West Suffolk, East of England

PADDOCK FARM, IP31 1DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PADDOCK FARM, IP31 1DS.

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

358

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 43,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

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.

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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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1/10
homeHome Ownership
9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IP31 1DS combines high owner-occupation (86%), strong property values (£465k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £465k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 27.4% year-on-year.

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

IP31 1DS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Paddock Farm, 0.1km from Coney Weston in Coney Weston. Administratively it sits within Bardwell ward and the West Suffolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP31, IP31 1DS offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 86% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £465k, down 27.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for IP31 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00153403 (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 1DS. The average age is 53.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 370,000

5 sales · Mean £ 410,000

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

IP31 1DS has low crime rates — 16 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 offences3
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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Barningham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good83 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Swan Inn0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harling Road10.2 km
  • Thetford10.7 km
  • Eccles Road13.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Swan0.1 km
  • The Swan0.1 km
  • Village Sign0.4 km
  • Village Sign0.4 km