IP31 3LS is a safe, established residential area on Hawes Lane, 1.3km from Stanton Street in Mid Suffolk. Administratively it sits within Thurston ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in IP31, IP31 3LS 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 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £530k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP31 3LS are sourced from Output Area E00183359 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWES LANE, IP31 3LS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWES LANE, IP31 3LS.
367
46
£ 49,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP31 3LS 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, IP31 3LS combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£530k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP31 3LS. The average age is 45.9. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 530,000
1 sales · Mean £ 530,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP31 3LS has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Norton CEVC Primary School
Thurston Church of England Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Norton service station0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thurston3.8 km
- Elmswell3.8 km
- Bury St Edmunds10.2 km
Bus Stops
- The Dog0.2 km
- The Dog0.2 km
- War Memorial0.2 km
- Baptist Church0.2 km
- War Memorial0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP313LS · Data under Open Government Licence