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Location in EssexBelchamp St Paul sits where the marker shows within the county.

47,972
Population
20,497
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
21
Schools nearby
£53,661
Avg. household income
2,137
Businesses
145
People per km²
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About Belchamp St Paul

Belchamp St Paul is a small village located in the county of Essex, in the east of England. It lies within the Colchester district and is part of the wider rural landscape of the region. The village is situated near the River Colne and is known for its agricultural surroundings and traditional English countryside setting. The local community is close-knit, with a mix of residential homes and farmsteads contributing to its quiet, rural character.

The village is accessible via the A120 road, which connects it to nearby towns such as Colchester and Braintree. Belchamp St Paul has a church, St Paul’s Church, which dates back to the 13th century and is a notable local landmark. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, offering peaceful footpaths through fields and woodlands. The postcode area for the village is CO10, placing it within the broader Colchester postal region.

School Ratings in Belchamp St Paul

Families in Belchamp St Paul have access to 21 local schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Belchamp St Paul

Homes sell for an average of £354K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £469K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Belchamp St Paul

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Belchamp St Paul, with 21 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Belchamp St Paul

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Belchamp St Paul around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Belchamp St Paul

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Belchamp St Paul, the nearest being Clare Guildhall Surgery (2.4 miles away).

Local Data for Belchamp St Paul

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Property Prices 7,769 sales

Average Price £354K
£100 , £16.56M
Detached £469K 2,707
Semi £302K 1,986
Terraced £253K 2,013
Flat £175K 604

Schools & Education 21 within 5 miles View all schools

15 Primary
3 Secondary
3 Other
Good 16
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CO10 postcode area.

Belchamp St Paul Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles Stour Valley Community School Secondary Good 2.2 miles Clare Community Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Cavendish Church of England Primary School Primary 2.6 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Great Yeldham Primary Good 3.3 miles Stoke College Not applicable 3.3 miles Ridgewell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles St Andrew's Bulmer Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Glemsford Primary Academy Primary Good 4.1 miles de Vere Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles St Margaret's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Toppesfield Primary Good 4.6 miles Long Melford Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles

Household Income in Belchamp St Paul ONS 2023

The average total household income in Belchamp St Paul is approximately £53,661 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,623. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Belchamp St Paul £53,661
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,623.

Businesses in Belchamp St Paul ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,137 active businesses based in Belchamp St Paul, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 31 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,137 Total businesses
45 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Belchamp St Paul IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Belchamp St Paul are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 27%
7,600 Children (0-15) 16%
27,492 Working Age 57%
12,891 Older (65+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Belchamp St Paul 166 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Belchamp St Paul are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Violence & Sexual Offences 74
Criminal Damage & Arson 21
Shoplifting 14
Drugs 12
Other Theft 11
Public Order 11
Anti-Social Behaviour 8
Vehicle Crime 7
Burglary 3
Weapons 3
Theft from Person 1
Other Crime 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Bures Train Station 7.1 miles
Dullingham Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Church Street 0.6 miles Belchamp Otten 0.9 miles Knowl Green 0.9 miles Puttock End 1.4 miles Hickford Hill 1.4 miles Pentlow 1.8 miles Belchamp Walter 1.8 miles Ovington 1.9 miles Temple End 2 miles North End 2 miles Tilbury Juxta Clare 2.2 miles Little Yeldham 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Babergh
County Suffolk
Ward Lavenham
Constituency South Suffolk
Parish Acton
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Belchamp St Paul

Of the 21,378 households in and around Belchamp St Paul, 68% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 16% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Belchamp St Paul.

Frequently Asked Questions about Belchamp St Paul

What is the population of Belchamp St Paul?
Belchamp St Paul has a population of approximately 47,972 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Belchamp St Paul?
The average property in and around Belchamp St Paul sold for about £353,894, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is close to the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Belchamp St Paul a deprived area?
Belchamp St Paul sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Belchamp St Paul?
Belchamp St Paul is covered by the CO10 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Belchamp St Paul?
There are 21 schools within 5 miles of Belchamp St Paul, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Belchamp St Paul?
The nearest railway station to Belchamp St Paul is Bures Train Station, about 7.1 miles away.

Streets in CO10 30 shown View all streets

A1071 1 A1092 6 A1141 2 A134 2 Abbey Road 1 Abbitts Place 1 Abbots Close 1 Acton Close 1 Acton Lane 4 Acton Square 1 Addison Road 1 Airey Close 1 Alder Way 1 Alexander Drive 1 Alexandra Road 4 Alston Close 1 Amos Hill 1 Angel Lane 2 Angel Meadows 1 Applecroft Farm Road 1 Applegate Mews 1 Aragon Court 1 Armstrong Close 1 Artesian Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Street 1 Ashen Close 1 Ashen Hill 3 Ashen Lane 4 Ashen Road 5

Postcodes in CO10 50 shown View all postcodes

CO10 0AA CO10 0AB CO10 0AD CO10 0AE CO10 0AF CO10 0AG CO10 0AH CO10 0AJ CO10 0AL CO10 0AN CO10 0AP CO10 0AQ CO10 0AR CO10 0AS CO10 0AT CO10 0AU CO10 0AW CO10 0AX CO10 0AY CO10 0AZ CO10 0BA CO10 0BB CO10 0BD CO10 0BE CO10 0BG CO10 0BH CO10 0BJ CO10 0BL CO10 0BN CO10 0BP CO10 0BQ CO10 0BS CO10 0BT CO10 0BU CO10 0BW CO10 0BX CO10 0BY CO10 0BZ CO10 0DA CO10 0DB CO10 0DD CO10 0DE CO10 0DF CO10 0DG CO10 0DH CO10 0DJ CO10 0DL CO10 0DN CO10 0DP CO10 0DQ