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Area guide

IP31 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the IP31 postcode area, covering Bury St Edmunds and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

IP31 area price snapshot

Average price

£263,152

Median price

£256,000

5-year trend

+22.3%

Total sales

11,116

The IP31 area has 643 individual postcodes with 11,116 registered sales. Prices are +34.0% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Bury St Edmunds. The five-year price movement is +22.3%.

Market context

With an average of £263,152, IP31 is a mid-range area, +34.0% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 11,116 recorded sales across 643 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in IP31 is +22.3%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for IP31

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how IP31 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in IP31.
  • 🏘️Explore Bury St Edmunds. Much of the IP31 activity centres on Bury St Edmunds. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the IP31 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in IP31

IP31 3PY

£134,113 avg · 150 sales

IP31 3BD

£233,215 avg · 115 sales

IP31 2JQ

£204,213 avg · 99 sales

IP31 2NH

£218,496 avg · 98 sales

IP31 3SX

£170,647 avg · 96 sales

IP31 2JU

£224,493 avg · 93 sales

IP31 3TE

£133,475 avg · 84 sales

IP31 3TJ

£182,406 avg · 84 sales

IP31 3TP

£148,797 avg · 81 sales

View all 643 postcodes in IP31 →

Useful tools for IP31 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£3,158

Avg £263,152 in IP31

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Asking Price Checker

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare IP31 with other areas

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Bury St Edmunds data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This IP31 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in IP31?

The average sold price in the IP31 postcode area is £263,152, based on 11,116 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Bury St Edmunds.

How do IP31 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in IP31 average £263,152, which is +34.0% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Is IP31 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

IP31 is +34.0% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales. With 643 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have IP31 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in IP31 have moved +22.3% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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