Brome Street, Suffolk | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Brome Street

Brome Street is located in the county of Suffolk, in the eastern part of England. It falls within the IP23 postcode area, which covers a rural region known for its agricultural landscapes and traditional English villages. The street is part of a small settlement, with properties primarily consisting of residential homes and a few local businesses. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and proximity to open countryside. Local amenities include a village shop and a community hall, supporting the needs of residents. The surrounding area is popular for walking and cycling, with footpaths connecting to nearby hamlets. Brome Street lies within the wider administrative boundaries of Suffolk County Council, which oversees local services and planning. The community maintains a strong sense of local identity, with regular events and gatherings held throughout the year.

School Ratings in Brome Street

Brome Street is served by 18 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brome Street

Property prices average £447K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £445K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brome Street

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Drugs accounts for the highest share in Brome Street, with 1 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brome Street

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brome Street falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Healthcare in Brome Street

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Brome Street, the nearest being East Alliance Nmps (hartismere Hospital) (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Brome Street

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Property Prices 1,174 sales

Average Price £447K

£4K , £70.2M

Detached £445K 618

Semi £272K 231

Terraced £238K 180

Flat £179K 21

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary

2 Secondary

2 Other

Good 3

Ofsted ratings for schools in the IP23 postcode area.

Eye Family Hub Good 1.7 miles St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye Primary Good 1.7 miles Hartismere School Secondary 1.7 miles Scole Church of England Primary Academy Primary 1.8 miles St Edmund's Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Palgrave Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Diss Children's Centre Good 3 miles Diss Infant Academy and Nursery Primary Requires Improvement 3 miles Diss Church of England Junior Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Diss High School Secondary Good 3.2 miles Mellis Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Occold Primary School Primary 3.6 miles

Household Income in Brome Street ONS 2023

The average total household income in Brome Street is approximately £57,423 a year before tax, 4% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,067. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Brome Street £57,423

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,067.

Businesses in Brome Street ONS 2025

There are approximately 461 active businesses based in Brome Street, around 62 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

461 Total businesses

62 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 2%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Brome Street IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brome Street 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

8/10

Employment

7/10

Education

6/10

Health

8/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

3/10

Children 0-15 15%

Working age 56%

Older 65+ 29%

1,079 Children (0-15) 15%

4,138 Working Age 56%

2,185 Older (65+) 30%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.8% of children in income-deprived families

Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.8% 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 Brome Street 8 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Brome Street 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 5

Drugs 1

Public Order 1

Vehicle Crime 1

Local Policing

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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 1 stations

Diss Train Station 2.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Oakley 0.9 miles Brome 1.2 miles Oakley Park 1.4 miles South Green 1.4 miles Stuston 1.4 miles Billingford 1.4 miles Langton Green 1.4 miles Cross Street 1.9 miles Scole 1.9 miles Hoxne 2 miles Heckfield Green 2 miles Great Green 2 miles

Local Government

District Mid Suffolk

County Suffolk

Ward Eye

Constituency Central Suffolk and North Ipswich

Parish Eye

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Brome Street

Of the 3,184 households in and around Brome Street, 76% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 11% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Brome Street.

Frequently Asked Questions about Brome Street

What is the population of Brome Street?

Brome Street has a population of approximately 7,402 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Brome Street?

The average property in and around Brome Street sold for about £446,623, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 28% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Brome Street a deprived area?

Brome Street 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 Brome Street?

Brome Street is covered by the IP23 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Brome Street?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Brome Street, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Brome Street?

The nearest railway station to Brome Street is Diss Train Station, about 2.6 miles away.

Streets in IP23 30 shown View all streets

A140 8 Abbots Meadow 1 Ash Drive 2 Ash Tree Close 2 Ashton Road 2 B1077 3 B1113 1 Back Street 1 Baker's Lane 1 Barric Lane 1 Bedingfield Road 1 Bellands Way 1 Birchgrove 2 Braiseworth Lane 1 Braiseworth Road 2 Broad Street 2 Broadfields Close 1 Broadfields Road 1 Brome Avenue 1 Bromelands 1 Browns Acre 1 Bucks Green 2 Buckshorn Lane 2 Bullshall Road 3 Burns Close 1 Castle Hill 3 Castle Street 1 Castleton Way 4 Cedar Close 1 Chapel Farm Close 1

Postcodes in IP23 50 shown View all postcodes

IP23 7AB IP23 7AE IP23 7AF IP23 7AG IP23 7AJ IP23 7AN IP23 7AP IP23 7AQ IP23 7AR IP23 7AS IP23 7AT IP23 7AU IP23 7AW IP23 7AY IP23 7AZ IP23 7BA IP23 7BB IP23 7BD IP23 7BE IP23 7BF IP23 7BG IP23 7BH IP23 7BJ IP23 7BL IP23 7BN IP23 7BP IP23 7BQ IP23 7BS IP23 7BT IP23 7BU IP23 7BW IP23 7BX IP23 7BY IP23 7BZ IP23 7DA IP23 7DB IP23 7DD IP23 7DE IP23 7DG IP23 7DJ IP23 7DN IP23 7DP IP23 7DR IP23 7DS IP23 7DT IP23 7DU IP23 7DW IP23 7DY IP23 7DZ IP23 7EA

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