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About Bleach Green
Bleach Green is a small settlement located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the IP21 postcode area and is situated near the village of Lavenham, known for its historic buildings and medieval architecture. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered farmsteads typical of the Suffolk countryside. The name 'Bleach Green' likely derives from the historical use of the land for bleaching wool, a common practice in the region during earlier centuries. The surrounding landscape offers quiet, rolling countryside views and is popular with walkers and cyclists exploring the local area. While it is not a large community, Bleach Green contributes to the character of the wider Lavenham parish and remains a peaceful part of the English countryside.
School Ratings in Bleach Green
There are 9 schools in and around Bleach Green. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bleach 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 Bleach Green
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.
Deprivation and Employment in Bleach Green
Bleach 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 Bleach Green
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Bleach Green, the nearest being Fressingfield Medical Centre (1.3 miles away).
Local Data for Bleach Green
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Property Prices 1,531 sales
Schools & Education 9 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the IP21 postcode area.
Household Income in Bleach Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bleach 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 Bleach Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 651 active businesses based in Bleach 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 Bleach Green IMD 2025
Bleach 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 Bleach Green 1 crimes · May 2026
Bleach 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 2 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bleach Green
Of the 5,478 households in and around Bleach 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 Bleach Green.