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Brandon Central

About

Brandon Central ward is situated within the market town of Brandon in the Breckland district of West Suffolk. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types from older terraced homes to more modern developments. The town's high street serves as a local commercial hub, providing essential services and shops for the community. The surrounding landscape is characterised by the sandy, heathland soils typical of the Breckland region.

The ward's geography is significantly shaped by the River Little Ouse, which flows through the area. Brandon Country Park, with its historic forestry and trails, is a major local greenspace. The town has historical connections to the flint-knapping industry, a legacy visible in local architecture and museum collections. This area functions as a residential and service centre for its inhabitants within the wider rural context of West Suffolk.

Area overview

On average Brandon Central has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 204 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Brandon Central is £42,559 per year. There are 2 schools in Brandon Central: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Brandon Central is home to around 3,395 people, with a population density of about 2,843.6 per km2.

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

204

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Brandon Central Population

3,395

Population density

2,843.6 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

101.91(+228%)

Criminal damage and arson

25.33(+295%)

Other theft

17.97(+223%)

Anti-social behaviour

15.02(+30%)

Public order

14.73(+183%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

2,767

81.5%

Other White

414

12.19%

White and Black African (mixed)

0.85%

African

0.85%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.71%

Total population: 3,395

Economics

No qualifications

714

26.34%

Level 4 qualifications or above

503

18.55%

Level 3 (A level)

418

15.42%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

406

14.98%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

387

14.28%

Total 16+ residents: 2,711

Housing

Owns outright

453

28.62%

Private landlord or letting agency

347

21.92%

Owns with a mortgage

331

20.91%

Other social rented

273

17.25%

Social rents from council

110

6.95%

Total households: 1,583

Property prices in Brandon Central

Based on 44 recent sales, the median property price is £199,000 in Brandon Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £385,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Brandon Central over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	12	£245,000	£200,475	£221,250	£321,250	£375,375
Flats	2	£93,250	£90,325	£91,625	£94,875	£96,175
Semi-Detached	12	£189,250	£133,250	£149,750	£203,750	£300,250
Terraced	18	£182,500	£151,769	£175,625	£203,750	£225,000

10 years median price trend in Brandon Central

All postcodes in Brandon Central

IP270AH

White Hart Lane

IP270BZ

Thetford Road

IP270EH

Rought Avenue

IP270HP

Walton Way

IP270FP

Bury Road

IP270HX

Gentle Court

IP270RF

Boundary Close

IP270HG

Pinewood Drive

IP270RS

Lode Street

IP270UJ

Willow Close

IP270BJ

Hellesdon Court

IP270HE

Firs Way

IP271BA

Brandon Central

IP270HL

London Road

IP271AW

High Street

IP270HZ

Victoria Avenue

IP270AU

High Street

IP270HH

Spinney Close

IP270AQ

High Street

IP270AA

Market Hill

IP270AG

London Road

IP270UU

Spruce Drive

IP270HT

Coulson Lane

IP270EU

Rattlers Road

IP270EX

Rowan Drive

IP270UX

Cedar Way

IP270BY

Wellington Close

IP270EG

Heath Road

IP270UL

Spruce Drive

IP270DT

Mount Road

IP270BS

Thetford Road

IP270FB

Wishing Well Close

IP270HU

Coulson Lane

IP270BH

Station Way

IP270FA

Boundary Close

IP270BF

Bury Road

IP270BX

George Street

IP270HY

London Road

IP270EF

Heath Road

IP271AS

High Street

IP270BQ

Bury Road

IP270UT

Spruce Drive

IP270BL

The Maltings

IP270AN

Riverside Way

IP270HA

Rattlers Road

IP270AE

Stores Street

IP270EE

Warren Close

IP270EJ

Beavor Lane

IP270HD

Rattlers Road

IP270ES

The Sandgalls

IP270AX

High Street

IP270BD

Lode Street

IP270AY

High Street

IP270BT

Bury Road

IP270HB

Stuart Close

IP270LD

London Road

IP270EY

Elizabeth Road

IP270JD

Riverside Way

IP270AW

High Street

IP270ER

London Road

IP270RR

Leamon Court

IP270BU

Bury Road

IP270EA

Gas House Drove

IP270JA

Victoria Avenue

IP270AS

Coulson Lane

IP270BW

Brandon Central

IP270EL

London Road

IP270GY

Suffolk Court

IP270HJ

Rowan Drive

IP270DA

Knappers Way

IP270HQ

Forest Close

IP270HR

The Orchard

IP270HS

London Road

IP270DU

Wood Close

IP270AJ

High Street

IP270AD

School Lane

IP270EZ

Elizabeth Road

IP270HF

Pinewood Drive

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

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