IP29 in Bury St Edmunds shows modest capital appreciation with five-year price growth of 1.0% CAGR, whilst rental yields have expanded more substantially at 4.8% CAGR over the same period. The district ranks at the 55th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 50.8/100, indicating average performance relative to other UK postcodes. Population growth remains limited at 1.3% over five years, suggesting stable rather than expanding demographics. The area occupies a latent gentrification stage, indicating minimal physical or demographic transformation currently underway. These metrics point to a market characterised by rental activity outpacing capital growth, with demand dynamics favouring investors focused on income generation rather than property appreciation.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 0.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.8% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.3% per year
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What's changing in Bury St Edmunds · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 1.6 points this month to 49/100, driven mainly by safety.
49 planning applications submitted in IP29 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes, 2 change of use, 2 demolition.
- Application under Section 73 of The Town and Country Planning Act 1990 - Variation of Condition 2 (Approved Plans and Documents) of planning permission DC/24/04368 dated: 07/10/2025 - Raising of the existing roof. Erection of 2No two storey front extensions, 2No two storey rear extensions, 2No rear dormer windows, 1 No one and a half storey front entrance extension. Removal of double garage and erection of a detached two bay carport.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Planning application - one Self build dwelling and detached garage with associated accessJan 2026 · pending
- Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Use or Development. Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) - Erection of single storey extension (following demolition of conservatory) Please see the accompanying plan showing existing / proposed The works are small scale and follow permitted development guidelinesJun 2026 · Awaiting decision
Bury St Edmunds (IP29) common questions
Is Bury St Edmunds up and coming?
Bury St Edmunds (IP29) has a trajectory score of 49/100 (Average), placing it in the top 54% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 2.7 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Bury St Edmunds safe?
Bury St Edmunds has a safety score of 56/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Bury St Edmunds?
The average property price in Bury St Edmunds (IP29) is £273k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Bury St Edmunds?
The median monthly rent in Bury St Edmunds (IP29) is £1,159 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Bury St Edmunds?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Sudbury (CO10), Bury St Edmunds (IP33), Bury St Edmunds (IP32), Witham (CM8), Southend-On-Sea (SS3). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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