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Location in SuffolkBradfield St Clare sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bradfield St Clare
Bradfield St Clare is a village located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the IP30 postcode area and is situated near the border with Essex. The village is part of the larger Bradfield parish and is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character. The local landscape features open fields, hedgerows, and a mix of agricultural land and woodland. The village has a small community with a church, a village hall, and a few residential properties. It is a quiet place with limited commercial activity, offering a peaceful environment for those who live there. The area is accessible by road, with nearby connections to the A140 and other local routes. The village retains a sense of history, with some buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries.
School Ratings in Bradfield St Clare
Bradfield St Clare is served by 18 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bradfield St Clare
Property prices average £410K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £484K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bradfield St Clare
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bradfield St Clare, with 1 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bradfield St Clare
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bradfield St Clare falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Local Data for Bradfield St Clare
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Property Prices 2,504 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the IP30 postcode area.
Household Income in Bradfield St Clare ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bradfield St Clare is approximately £59,847 a year before tax, 8% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,693. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,693.
Businesses in Bradfield St Clare ONS 2025
There are approximately 705 active businesses based in Bradfield St Clare, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bradfield St Clare IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bradfield St Clare 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.
Crime in Bradfield St Clare 6 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Bradfield St Clare 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 small town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 5 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Bradfield St Clare
Of the 7,007 households in and around Bradfield St Clare, 76% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 11% 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 Bradfield St Clare.