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22,482
Population
7,479
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£60,865
Avg. household income
1,297
Businesses
80
People per km²
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About Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is a small settlement located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It falls within the IP13 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside. The area is known for its agricultural landscape and quiet, peaceful environment. While it does not have a large population, it offers a sense of community typical of the Suffolk countryside. The village is close to other local settlements and benefits from good access to nearby towns and villages. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider region, with several walking and cycling routes available in the surrounding area. The local amenities are modest, reflecting the village's size and rural character.

School Ratings in Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is served by 53 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Beacon Hill

Property prices average £430K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £520K.

Deprivation and Employment in Beacon Hill

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Beacon Hill 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.

Healthcare in Beacon Hill

There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Beacon Hill, the nearest being Martlesham Surgery (1.4 miles away).

Local Data for Beacon Hill

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Property Prices 2,934 sales

Average Price £430K
£100 , £11.61M
Detached £520K 1,380
Semi £300K 701
Terraced £254K 472
Flat £188K 101

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

31 Primary
6 Secondary
16 Other
Good 6

Ofsted ratings for schools in the IP13 postcode area.

Bealings School Primary Good 0.5 miles Martlesham Primary Academy Primary Good 0.8 miles Gorseland Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Kesgrave High School Secondary Good 1.2 miles Birchwood Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.4 miles Kesgrave Family Hub 1.6 miles Kyson Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Heath Primary School, Kesgrave Primary Good 1.6 miles Cedarwood Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Grundisburgh Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Woodbridge Primary 2.2 miles Farlingaye High School Secondary Good 2.3 miles

Household Income in Beacon Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Beacon Hill is approximately £60,865 a year before tax, 10% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,984. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Beacon Hill £60,865
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £43,984.

Businesses in Beacon Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,297 active businesses based in Beacon Hill, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,297 Total businesses
58 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Beacon Hill IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Beacon Hill 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
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 28%
3,594 Children (0-15) 16%
12,578 Working Age 56%
6,312 Older (65+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.6% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Woodbridge Train Station 2.4 miles
Melton (Suffolk) Train Station 3.7 miles
Derby Road (Ipswich) Train Station 4 miles
Westerfield Train Station 4 miles
Ipswich Train Station 5.4 miles
Trimley Train Station 7.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Bealings 0 yards Great Bealings 0.6 miles Boot Street 0.9 miles Martlesham 1.2 miles Playford 1.2 miles Martlesham Heath 1.4 miles Kesgrave 1.8 miles Culpho 1.8 miles Kingston 1.9 miles Broom Hill 1.9 miles Maidensgrave 2 miles Rushmere Street 2 miles

Local Government

District East Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Wickham Market
Constituency Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
Parish Hacheston
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Beacon Hill

Of the 9,682 households in and around Beacon Hill, 74% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 13% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Beacon Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Beacon Hill

What is the population of Beacon Hill?
Beacon Hill has a population of approximately 22,482 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Beacon Hill?
The average property in and around Beacon Hill sold for about £430,358, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 23% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Beacon Hill a deprived area?
Beacon Hill 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 Beacon Hill?
Beacon Hill is covered by the IP13 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Beacon Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Beacon Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Beacon Hill?
The nearest railway station to Beacon Hill is Woodbridge Train Station, about 2.4 miles away.

Streets in IP13 30 shown View all streets

A1120 8 A12 8 Abbey Gardens 1 Ablitts Meadow 1 Albert Place 1 Albert Road 2 Alice Driver Road 2 Andrew Burtt's Close 1 Ash Road 9 Ashwell Avenue 1 B1078 17 B1079 5 B1116 14 B1117 2 B1118 1 B1119 8 B1120 3 B1438 4 Badingham Road 9 Baines Way 1 Barhams Way 1 Barrack Lane 1 Beacon Lane 2 Bealings Lane 1 Bealings Road 2 Bedfield Road 1 Bell Lane 1 Berkeley Close 1 Bibbys Way 1 Bickers Hill Road 7

Postcodes in IP13 50 shown View all postcodes

IP13 0AA IP13 0AB IP13 0AD IP13 0AE IP13 0AF IP13 0AG IP13 0AH IP13 0AJ IP13 0AL IP13 0AN IP13 0AP IP13 0AR IP13 0AS IP13 0AT IP13 0AU IP13 0AW IP13 0AX IP13 0AY IP13 0AZ IP13 0BA IP13 0BB IP13 0BD IP13 0BE IP13 0BF IP13 0BG IP13 0BH IP13 0BJ IP13 0BL IP13 0BN IP13 0BP IP13 0BQ IP13 0BS IP13 0BT IP13 0BU IP13 0BW IP13 0BX IP13 0BY IP13 0BZ IP13 0DA IP13 0DE IP13 0DG IP13 0DH IP13 0DJ IP13 0DL IP13 0DN IP13 0DP IP13 0DQ IP13 0DR IP13 0DS IP13 0DT