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About Button's Green
Button's Green is a small settlement located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the IP30 postcode area and is situated near the village of Lavenham, known for its historic buildings and rural setting. The area is characterised by open countryside and traditional English farmland, with a mix of residential properties and agricultural land. The village is not particularly large, offering a quiet, rural atmosphere typical of the Suffolk countryside.
The local community is close-knit, with residents enjoying the peaceful surroundings and proximity to nearby towns. While there are no major attractions in the immediate vicinity, the area is well-connected to the wider region by road, making it accessible for day trips to nearby historic sites and market towns. The landscape is largely flat, with rolling fields and hedgerows contributing to the rural charm of the area.
School Ratings in Button's Green
There are 7 schools in and around Button's Green. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Button's Green
The average property price is £410K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £484K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Button's Green
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Button's Green, with 1 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Button's Green
Button's Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.
Local Data for Button's Green
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Property Prices 2,504 sales
Schools & Education 7 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the IP30 postcode area.
Household Income in Button's Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Button's Green 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 Button's Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 705 active businesses based in Button's Green, 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 Button's Green IMD 2025
Button's 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 Button's Green 6 crimes · May 2026
Button's 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 4 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Button's Green
Of the 7,007 households in and around Button's Green, 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 Button's Green.