Mill Lane is in Barnham, Thetford and in St Edmundsbury district. IP24 2NH is located in the Bardwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Suffolk. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mill Lane, Barnham, Thetford, IP24 2NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: IP24 2NQ, IP24 2NX, IP24 2NF, IP24 2NE, IP24 2ND, IP24 2NB, IP24 2NG, IP24 2NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding IP24 2NH has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 49% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49% | 51% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of IP24 2NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.1% | 24% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 57.6% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 7.9% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 7% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53% | 44.6% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 37.6% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 12.4% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.6% | 16.1% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 8.3% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 13.9% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 15.7% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.3% | 37.4% | 1.1% | 33.8% | 3.6% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.5% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 92.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 92.2% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 92.2% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.8% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 50.6% | 46.2% | 4.4% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Lane was 46.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.3% higher than the Bardwell average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Mill Lane has the 11th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bardwell and the 246th highest crime rate of 587 local areas in West Suffolk .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Mill Lane, Thetford, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £312,000 | 2021-04-30 | £350,594 |
| Panfields Mill Lane, Thetford, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2019-11-25 | £399,690 |
| 1 Mill Lane, Thetford, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2018-11-02 | £467,649 |
| Panfields Mill Lane, Thetford, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2015-08-07 | £374,390 |
| Bayard Mill Lane, Thetford, Suffolk Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2012-12-14 | £290,915 |
IP24 2NH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
IP24 2NH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in IP24 2NH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Mill Lane , Barnham IP24 2NG | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensway Infant Academy and Nursery Queensway , IP24 3DR | 2out of 4 | 3,311 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Diamond Academy Hillary Road , IP24 3DP | 2out of 4 | 3,330 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redcastle Family School St Martin's Way , IP24 3PU | 3out of 4 | 3,854 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwich Road Academy Norwich Road , IP24 2HT | 2out of 4 | 4,455 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pinetree School Staniforth Road , IP24 3LH | 2out of 4 | 3,035 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Damara School 30 Bridge Street , IP24 3AG | - not rated | 4,041 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thetford Grammar School Bridge ST , Thetford IP24 3AF | - not rated | 4,126 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.