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About Brent Eleigh
Brent Eleigh is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the CO10 postcode area and is situated near the border with Essex. The village is part of the civil parish of Brent Eleigh and has a long history, with records indicating its presence in the Domesday Book. The local landscape is typical of the Suffolk countryside, featuring open fields and scattered farmsteads. The village church, dedicated to St Mary, dates back to the 13th century and remains a central feature of the community. There is a small village hall used for local gatherings and events. The surrounding area is rural and peaceful, with a mix of agricultural land and woodland. The village is accessible by road, with the A1101 passing nearby, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Sudbury and Bury St Edmunds.
School Ratings in Brent Eleigh
There are 10 schools in and around Brent Eleigh. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brent Eleigh
The average property price is £354K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £469K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brent Eleigh
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Brent Eleigh, with 21 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Brent Eleigh
Brent Eleigh 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.
Local Data for Brent Eleigh
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Property Prices 7,769 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CO10 postcode area.
Household Income in Brent Eleigh ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brent Eleigh is approximately £53,661 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,623. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £39,623.
Businesses in Brent Eleigh ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,137 active businesses based in Brent Eleigh, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 31 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Brent Eleigh IMD 2025
Brent Eleigh 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 Brent Eleigh 166 crimes · May 2026
Brent Eleigh 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 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
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Brent Eleigh
Of the 21,378 households in and around Brent Eleigh, 68% are owned, 16% are socially rented and 16% 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 Brent Eleigh.