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About Battlesea Green
Battlesea Green is a small settlement located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the IP21 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and traditional English landscape. While not a large village, Battlesea Green has a small number of residential properties and is close to other nearby hamlets and farms. The surrounding region is known for its rolling fields and historic rural character, typical of the Suffolk countryside. There are no major amenities within the immediate vicinity, but local services can be found in nearby towns. The area offers a tranquil setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle in a quiet part of England.
School Ratings in Battlesea Green
There are 10 schools in and around Battlesea Green. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Battlesea Green
The average property price is £384K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £447K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Battlesea Green
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.
Deprivation and Employment in Battlesea Green
Battlesea Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Battlesea Green
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Battlesea Green, the nearest being Fressingfield Medical Centre (2.2 miles away).
Local Data for Battlesea Green
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Property Prices 1,531 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the IP21 postcode area.
Household Income in Battlesea Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Battlesea Green is approximately £51,444 a year before tax, 7% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,949. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,949.
Businesses in Battlesea Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 651 active businesses based in Battlesea Green, around 53 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Battlesea Green IMD 2025
Battlesea Green sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Battlesea Green 1 crimes · May 2026
Battlesea Green records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 1 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Battlesea Green
Of the 5,478 households in and around Battlesea Green, 75% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 14% 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 Battlesea Green.