About Athelington

Athelington is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the IP23 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is known for its quiet, peaceful atmosphere and traditional English countryside setting. It is close to the town of Bury St Edmunds, which offers a range of local amenities and services. The surrounding area is characterised by rolling fields, hedgerows, and a network of footpaths ideal for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Athelington has a modest population and retains a strong sense of community, with local events and gatherings taking place throughout the year. The village is accessible by road and is within easy reach of major towns and cities in the region.

School Ratings in Athelington

Athelington is served by 13 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Athelington

Property prices average £640K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £458K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Athelington

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Athelington, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Athelington

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Athelington falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Athelington

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Athelington, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,135 sales

Average Price £640K
£4K — £70.2M
Detached £458K 589
Semi £275K 235
Terraced £226K 179
Flat £184K 16

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
2 Secondary
1 Other
Worlingworth Church of England primary school Primary 1.6 miles Stradbroke High School Secondary Good 2.4 miles Wilby Church of England Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Stradbroke Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Bedfield Church of England Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Occold Primary School Primary 2.9 miles St Edmund's Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Thorndon Church of England Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Eye Family Hub Good 4.1 miles St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye Primary Good 4.1 miles Hartismere School Secondary 4.6 miles Sir Robert Hitcham Church of England Voluntary Aided School Primary Good 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Athelington IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Athelington in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
2,792 Children (0-15) 15%
10,737 Working Age 57%
7,151 Older (60+) 38%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.8% 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 Athelington 15 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Athelington falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

14 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Other Theft
Local Policing
Suffolk Debenham and Eye Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Diss Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fingal Street 0.9 miles Redlingfield 1.2 miles Southolt 1.4 miles Horham 1.4 miles Denham Corner 1.4 miles Bedingfield 1.8 miles Wootten Green 2.2 miles Worlingworth 2.2 miles Stanway Green 2.5 miles Dublin 2.6 miles Denham 2.6 miles Tannington Place 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Mid Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Eye
Constituency Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
Parish Eye
Region East of England

Streets in IP23 30 shown View all streets

A140 8 Abbots Meadow 1 Ash Drive 2 Ash Tree Close 2 Ashton Road 2 B1077 3 B1113 1 Back Street 1 Baker's Lane 1 Barric Lane 1 Bedingfield Road 1 Bellands Way 1 Birchgrove 2 Braiseworth Lane 1 Braiseworth Road 2 Broad Street 2 Broadfields Close 1 Broadfields Road 1 Brome Avenue 1 Bromelands 1 Browns Acre 1 Bucks Green 2 Buckshorn Lane 2 Bullshall Road 3 Burns Close 1 Castle Hill 3 Castle Street 1 Castleton Way 4 Cedar Close 1 Chapel Farm Close 1

Postcodes in IP23 50 shown View all postcodes

IP23 7AB IP23 7AE IP23 7AF IP23 7AG IP23 7AJ IP23 7AN IP23 7AP IP23 7AQ IP23 7AR IP23 7AS IP23 7AT IP23 7AU IP23 7AW IP23 7AY IP23 7AZ IP23 7BA IP23 7BB IP23 7BD IP23 7BE IP23 7BF IP23 7BG IP23 7BH IP23 7BJ IP23 7BL IP23 7BN IP23 7BP IP23 7BQ IP23 7BS IP23 7BT IP23 7BU IP23 7BW IP23 7BX IP23 7BY IP23 7BZ IP23 7DA IP23 7DB IP23 7DD IP23 7DE IP23 7DG IP23 7DJ IP23 7DN IP23 7DP IP23 7DR IP23 7DS IP23 7DT IP23 7DU IP23 7DW IP23 7DY IP23 7DZ IP23 7EA