Bishop's Sutton on the map
Built-up area0.2 km² (0.1 sq mi)
Location in HampshireBishop's Sutton sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bishop's Sutton
Bishop's Sutton is a village located in the county of Hampshire, within the South East of England. It lies in the Test Valley district, approximately five miles north of the town of Andover. The village is situated near the River Test, which is known for its chalk streams and trout fishing. The area is largely rural, with open fields and scattered houses, and the village centre includes a church, a village hall, and a small shop. The postcode area for Bishop's Sutton is SO24, which covers the surrounding region. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. It remains a quiet, community-focused place with a strong sense of local identity.
School Ratings in Bishop's Sutton
Families in Bishop's Sutton have access to 10 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bishop's Sutton
Homes sell for an average of £656K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £900K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bishop's Sutton
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bishop's Sutton, with 5 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bishop's Sutton
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bishop's Sutton among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Healthcare in Bishop's Sutton
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Bishop's Sutton, the nearest being Alresford Surgery (1.2 miles away).
Local Data for Bishop's Sutton
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Property Prices 1,475 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SO24 postcode area.
Household Income in Bishop's Sutton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bishop's Sutton is approximately £66,170 a year before tax, 20% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,359. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,359.
Businesses in Bishop's Sutton ONS 2025
There are approximately 718 active businesses based in Bishop's Sutton, around 67 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bishop's Sutton IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bishop's Sutton experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Bishop's Sutton 17 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Bishop's Sutton are lower than the England and Wales average. While anti-social behaviour is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bishop's Sutton
Of the 4,700 households in and around Bishop's Sutton, 72% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bishop's Sutton.