About Bobby Hill

Bobby Hill is a small settlement located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It falls within the IP22 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, typical of the Suffolk landscape. While not a large village, Bobby Hill has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere and is surrounded by farmland and woodland. It is not a major tourist destination, but offers a glimpse into the traditional rural life of the region. The local community is small, with a close-knit feel, and the area is accessible by road from nearby towns such as Bury St Edmunds. The village is not marked on all maps, but is known locally and can be found using the postcode or by asking at local information centres.

School Ratings in Bobby Hill

Families in Bobby Hill have access to 11 local schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bobby Hill

Homes sell for an average of £346K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £420K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bobby Hill

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bobby Hill, with 5 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bobby Hill

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bobby Hill around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bobby Hill

Bobby Hill benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,266 sales

Average Price £346K
£4K — £10.32M
Detached £420K 1,563
Semi £265K 786
Terraced £220K 531
Flat £132K 154

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Stanton Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Bluebells Family Hub 2.5 miles Barningham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Hopton Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2.9 miles St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Bardwell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Garboldisham Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 4.4 miles Gislingham Church of England Primary School Primary 4.7 miles Ixworth High School Secondary 4.7 miles Ixworth Church of England Primary School Primary Good 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bobby Hill IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bobby Hill are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,295 Children (0-15) 15%
16,904 Working Age 58%
10,700 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% 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 Bobby Hill 22 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bobby Hill are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

7 Violence & Sexual Offences
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Burglary
2 Other Theft
2 Shoplifting
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Robbery
1 Vehicle Crime
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Suffolk Mid-Suffolk North and East 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 5 stations

Elmswell Train Station 6.6 miles
Thurston Train Station 7.9 miles
Diss Train Station 8.2 miles
Harling Road Train Station 8.5 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wattisfield 0.6 miles Hepworth 1.2 miles Hinderclay 1.8 miles Candle Street 1.9 miles Walsham Le Willows 1.9 miles North Common 2 miles Cranmer Green 2 miles Upthorpe 2.2 miles Thorpe Street 2.2 miles Market Weston 2.2 miles Four Ashes 2.5 miles Botesdale 2.6 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in IP22 30 shown View all streets

A143 1 Airfield Road 2 Albert Close 1 Aldrich Way 1 Algar Road 1 Appletree Lane 2 Ashes Farm Lane 1 Audley Close 2 Audley End 2 Back Heywood Road 1 Back Hills 1 Back Lane 3 Back Street 1 Baldrys Yard 1 Bartrums Mews 2 Basham Street 1 Basil Brown Close 1 Bates Lane 1 Baynard's Lane 1 Bean's Lane 1 Beck Street 1 Beechcroft 1 Beehive Yard 1 Bellacre Close 1 Bellrope Lane 1 Bells Lane 2 Blackthorn Close 1 Blands Farm Close 1 Blenheim Way 1 Blo' Norton Road 1

Postcodes in IP22 50 shown View all postcodes

IP22 1AA IP22 1AB IP22 1AD IP22 1AE IP22 1AG IP22 1AH IP22 1AJ IP22 1AL IP22 1AN IP22 1AP IP22 1AQ IP22 1AR IP22 1AS IP22 1AT IP22 1AU IP22 1AW IP22 1AX IP22 1AY IP22 1AZ IP22 1BA IP22 1BB IP22 1BD IP22 1BE IP22 1BF IP22 1BG IP22 1BH IP22 1BJ IP22 1BL IP22 1BN IP22 1BP IP22 1BQ IP22 1BS IP22 1BT IP22 1BU IP22 1BW IP22 1BX IP22 1BY IP22 1BZ IP22 1DA IP22 1DB IP22 1DD IP22 1DE IP22 1DF IP22 1DG IP22 1DH IP22 1DJ IP22 1DL IP22 1DN IP22 1DP IP22 1DQ