About Battisford Tye

Battisford Tye is a small settlement located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the IP14 postcode area and is situated near the village of Battisford. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open fields and scattered houses typical of the Suffolk countryside. The name "Tye" suggests a small enclosure or field, reflecting the agricultural history of the region. While not a large community, Battisford Tye offers a quiet, countryside atmosphere with easy access to local amenities in nearby villages. The surrounding landscape is largely agricultural, with farmland and hedgerows forming a familiar part of the local scenery. It is a place where residents enjoy a peaceful way of life, close to nature and with a strong sense of community.

School Ratings in Battisford Tye

Battisford Tye is served by 25 schools. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Battisford Tye

Property prices average £339K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £387K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Battisford Tye

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Battisford Tye, with 9 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Battisford Tye

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Battisford Tye falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Battisford Tye

Most properties in Battisford Tye can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,840 sales

Average Price £339K
£100 — £70.2M
Detached £387K 2,485
Semi £256K 2,037
Terraced £218K 1,456
Flat £133K 466

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
8 Other
Great Finborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Finborough School 2.4 miles Sunshine Family Hub Requires Improvement 2.4 miles Trinity Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Ringshall School Primary 2.6 miles Combs Ford Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Abbot's Hall Community Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Stowmarket High School Secondary 2.9 miles Grace Cook Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Gable End Good 3 miles Wood Ley Community Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Chilton Community Primary School Primary 3.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Battisford Tye IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Battisford Tye 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
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,606 Children (0-15) 17%
34,892 Working Age 60%
17,741 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10% 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 Battisford Tye 68 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Battisford Tye 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 town.

34 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Shoplifting
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Drugs
4 Other Theft
3 Other Crime
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Public Order
1 Burglary
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
1 Vehicle Crime
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 4 stations

Stowmarket Train Station 3.1 miles
Needham Market Train Station 4.1 miles
Elmswell Train Station 6.3 miles
Thurston Train Station 9.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Finborough 0 yards Charles Tye 1.2 miles High Street Green 1.4 miles Moats Tye 1.4 miles Little London 1.4 miles Bird Street 1.8 miles Combs 1.8 miles Ringshall 1.8 miles Battisford 1.9 miles World's End 2 miles Wattisham 2 miles Great Finborough 2 miles

Local Government

District Mid Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Combs Ford
Constituency Bury St Edmunds
Parish Stowmarket
Region East of England

Streets in IP14 30 shown View all streets

A1120 29 A1308 1 A14 5 A140 4 Abbey Fields 1 Abbot's Hall Road 1 Abbots Walk 1 Aldham Gardens 1 Aldis Avenue 2 Aldous Court 1 Alexander Mews 4 All Saints Close 1 All Saints Road 1 Allotment Lane 1 Amis Close 1 Andrews Close 1 Angel Hill 4 Anvil Way 1 Apple Grove 1 Ash Close 2 Ash Road 1 Ashfield Road 3 Aspall Road 2 Auction Yard 1 Avocet Gardens 1 B1077 12 B1078 2 B1079 1 B1113 1 B1115 2

Postcodes in IP14 50 shown View all postcodes

IP14 1AA IP14 1AB IP14 1AD IP14 1AF IP14 1AG IP14 1AH IP14 1AN IP14 1AP IP14 1AQ IP14 1AR IP14 1AS IP14 1AT IP14 1AU IP14 1AW IP14 1AX IP14 1AY IP14 1AZ IP14 1BA IP14 1BB IP14 1BD IP14 1BE IP14 1BF IP14 1BG IP14 1BH IP14 1BJ IP14 1BL IP14 1BN IP14 1BP IP14 1BQ IP14 1BS IP14 1BT IP14 1BU IP14 1BW IP14 1BX IP14 1BY IP14 1BZ IP14 1DA IP14 1DB IP14 1DD IP14 1DE IP14 1DF IP14 1DG IP14 1DH IP14 1DL IP14 1DN IP14 1DP IP14 1DT IP14 1DW IP14 1DY IP14 1EA