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Ixworth, Honington & Barnham

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About

The Ixworth, Honington & Barnham area in West Suffolk is a rural region characterised by its mix of farmland, woodland, and small villages. Ixworth, the largest settlement, has a historic core with a medieval church and remnants of a priory, while Honington is known for its RAF base, which has been a significant local employer. Barnham, the smallest of the three, sits near the Norfolk border and retains a quiet, agricultural character. The area is crossed by the River Blackbourne, adding to its natural appeal.

Transport links include the A1088 and A143 roads, connecting the villages to Bury St Edmunds and Thetford. The landscape is typical of East Anglia, with open fields, hedgerows, and scattered woodlands. Local amenities are modest, with pubs, village halls, and primary schools serving the community. The area attracts those seeking a quieter lifestyle, with walking and cycling routes through the surrounding countryside.

Area overview

On average Ixworth, Honington & Barnham has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ixworth, Honington & Barnham is £48,900 per year. There are 4 schools in Ixworth, Honington & Barnham: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
10.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ixworth, Honington & Barnham Population
6,599
Population density
56.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,167
93.45%
Other White
148
2.24%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
35
0.53%
African
33
0.5%
Other
33
0.5%
Total population: 6,599

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,011
38.09%
Owns with a mortgage
634
23.89%
Private landlord or letting agency
436
16.43%
Other social rented
236
8.89%
Other forms of private rent
227
8.55%
Total households: 2,654

Property prices in Ixworth, Honington & Barnham

Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £355,000 in Ixworth, Honington & Barnham area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £1,450,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ixworth, Honington & Barnham in the 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 Ixworth, Honington & Barnham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached33£450,000
Semi-Detached16£270,000
Terraced10£180,000

10 years median price trend in Ixworth, Honington & Barnham

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ixworth, Honington & Barnham.

All postcodes in Ixworth, Honington & Barnham

IP242NH

Mill Lane

IP311JW

Ixworth, Honington & Barnham

IP311JY

Livermere Road

IP311LS

Suffolk Avenue

IP312LZ

Broadway

IP312EY

Thetford Road

IP312HZ

Peacock Rise

IP312LE

The Owell

IP312LP

Fen Road

IP312UX

High Street

IP242QR

Duke's Ride

IP242SH

Spalding's Chair Hill

IP311JF

Bury Road

IP311RX

Bardwell Road

IP312JW

Lower Farm Road

IP312LB

Manor Garth

IP242NR

Tedder Close

IP242QY

Broom Hill Lane

IP242SJ

Duke's Ride

IP311HU

New Road

IP311JL

Livermere Road

IP311JX

The Street

IP311LY

Woodside View

IP311SA

Hilly Close

IP312HF

Abbey Close

IP312LX

Baileypool Lane

IP312PU

The Street

IP311JN

Orchard Close

IP311JU

The Street

IP311LA

Heath Road

IP312JB

Peacock Rise

IP312JQ

Chalk Lane

IP242QP

Thetford Road

IP311RR

Bardwell Road

IP311PZ

Green Lane

IP311LX

Green Lane

IP311QZ

Fakenham Hill

IP311RZ

Bardwell Road

IP312NA

Thetford Road

IP312LS

Fen Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.