IP32 6DQ is a safe, established residential area on Philip Road in Bury St Edmunds. Administratively it sits within Tollgate ward and the Bury St Edmunds constituency.
For families considering a move, IP32 6DQ represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £402k, down 11.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for IP32 6DQ are sourced from Output Area E00153609 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PHILIP ROAD, IP32 6DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PHILIP ROAD, IP32 6DQ.
307
39
£ 38,800 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 39, IP32 6DQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £402k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 11.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP32 6DQ. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 417,497
12 sales · Mean £ 413,124
Detached
£ 295,000
3 sales · Mean £ 301,666
Terraced
£ 365,000
1 sales · Mean £ 365,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP32 6DQ has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Tollgate Primary School
St Benedict's Catholic School
Bury St Edmunds County High School
Howard Community Academy
The Albany
King Edward VI CEVC School
St Edmundsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Curve Motion0.9 km
- Dine Contract Catering0.3 km
- Krazy Horse0.9 km
- Allison's Eatery0.8 km
- Bake and Bites0.2 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- A&O Mix Ltd0.8 km
- Lake Avenue Post Office and Premier0.3 km
- MFG Service Station0.2 km
- Spar and Subway0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Priory Hotel0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Greengage0.3 km
- The Tollgate0.3 km
- Station Hill Social Club1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op0.3 km
- Tesco1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Lake Avenue Chip Shop0.3 km
- Lime0.8 km
- Niko's Grill0.3 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.8 km
- Peyton Plaice0.8 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bury St Edmunds0.9 km
- Thurston7.1 km
- Elmswell14.2 km
Bus Stops
- Philip Road0.2 km
- Philip Road0.2 km
- Lancaster Avenue0.3 km
- Lancaster Avenue0.3 km
- Co-Op0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: IP326DQ · Data under Open Government Licence