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Location in SuffolkCamps Heath sits where the marker shows within the county.

40,392
Population
16,951
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£44,711
Avg. household income
1,046
Businesses
851
People per km²
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About Camps Heath

Camps Heath is a small settlement located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the NR32 postcode area, situated near the border with Norfolk. The area is primarily rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The name suggests a historical connection to military training, as 'Camps' often refers to temporary encampments, though no permanent military presence remains today. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Suffolk countryside, with rolling farmland and hedgerows. The village is quiet and sparsely populated, with limited amenities. It is accessible by road via the A143, which runs through the region, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Lowestoft and Beccles. The local community is small but active, with a focus on agricultural and outdoor pursuits.

School Ratings in Camps Heath

There are 39 schools in and around Camps Heath. The Ashley School and Woods Loke Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Camps Heath

The average property price is £235K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £146K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Camps Heath

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Camps Heath, with 71 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Camps Heath

Camps Heath sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Camps Heath

There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Camps Heath, the nearest being Bridge Road Surgery (1 miles away).

Local Data for Camps Heath

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Property Prices 5,920 sales

Average Price £235K
£2K , £33.95M
Detached £316K 1,823
Semi £219K 1,200
Terraced £146K 2,317
Flat £110K 228

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary
4 Secondary
12 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 10
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NR32 postcode area.

The Limes Primary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Oulton Broad Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Woods Loke Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles Village Rise Family Hub 1.3 miles Benjamin Britten Academy of Music and Mathematics Secondary 1.3 miles Dell Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Blundeston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles The Ashley School Not applicable Outstanding 1.7 miles Include Suffolk Not applicable Good 1.7 miles Gunton Primary Academy Primary Good 1.7 miles East Coast College 16 plus Good 1.8 miles Northfield St Nicholas Primary Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles

Household Income in Camps Heath ONS 2023

The average total household income in Camps Heath is approximately £44,711 a year before tax, 19% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,703. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Camps Heath £44,711
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £33,703.

Businesses in Camps Heath ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,046 active businesses based in Camps Heath, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 22 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,046 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 2%

Deprivation and Employment in Camps Heath IMD 2025

Camps Heath 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.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
4/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 24%
7,197 Children (0-15) 18%
23,374 Working Age 58%
9,838 Older (65+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.5% 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 Camps Heath 497 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Camps Heath sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 214
Anti-Social Behaviour 71
Criminal Damage & Arson 67
Shoplifting 31
Other Theft 19
Public Order 18
Burglary 15
Vehicle Crime 14
Weapons 12
Other Crime 12
Drugs 11
Bicycle Theft 8
Robbery 3
Theft from Person 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Oulton Broad North Train Station 1 miles
Oulton Broad South Train Station 1.5 miles
Lowestoft Train Station 2.2 miles
Somerleyton Train Station 2.6 miles
Haddiscoe Train Station 4.2 miles
Beccles Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Oulton 0.6 miles Oulton Broad 1.2 miles Normanston 1.4 miles Blundeston 1.9 miles Gunton 2 miles Roman Hill 2 miles Lowestoft 2.2 miles Kirkley 2.2 miles Carlton Colville 2.5 miles Lound 2.6 miles Corton 2.6 miles Herringfleet 2.6 miles

Local Government

District East Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Harbour & Normanston
Constituency Waveney
Parish Lowestoft
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Camps Heath

Of the 18,108 households in and around Camps Heath, 61% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 61% Social rented 17% Private rented 22%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Camps Heath.

Frequently Asked Questions about Camps Heath

What is the population of Camps Heath?
Camps Heath has a population of approximately 40,392 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Camps Heath?
The average property in and around Camps Heath sold for about £235,251, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 33% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Camps Heath a deprived area?
Camps Heath sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Camps Heath?
Camps Heath is covered by the NR32 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Camps Heath?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Camps Heath, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Camps Heath?
The nearest railway station to Camps Heath is Oulton Broad North Train Station, about 1 miles away.

Streets in NR32 30 shown View all streets

A47 10 Adrian Road 1 Airey Close 1 Akethorpe Way 1 Albany Road 1 Alexandra Road 7 Allen Road 1 Alma Road 1 Alma Street 1 Amberley Court 1 Ambleside Gardens 1 Arnold Street 1 Ashby Road 1 Ashley Downs 5 Ashness Close 1 Aspen Coppice 1 Astbury Road 2 Avondale Road 2 Back Lane 2 Baker's Score 1 Barkis Meadow 1 Barnards Way 21 Battery Green Road 2 Beach Mews 2 Beach Road 2 Beckham Road 2 Beeching Drive 1 Belmont Gardens 1 Bentley Drive 1 Beresford Road 3

Postcodes in NR32 50 shown View all postcodes

NR32 1AB NR32 1AD NR32 1AE NR32 1AF NR32 1AL NR32 1BA NR32 1BH NR32 1BJ NR32 1BL NR32 1BN NR32 1BS NR32 1BT NR32 1BU NR32 1BY NR32 1BZ NR32 1DE NR32 1DH NR32 1DL NR32 1DN NR32 1DQ NR32 1DR NR32 1DS NR32 1DT NR32 1DY NR32 1DZ NR32 1EA NR32 1EB NR32 1EH NR32 1EP NR32 1EQ NR32 1ET NR32 1EW NR32 1HA NR32 1HB NR32 1HE NR32 1HF NR32 1HG NR32 1HH NR32 1HL NR32 1HN NR32 1HP NR32 1HR NR32 1HU NR32 1HX NR32 1HY NR32 1HZ NR32 1JA NR32 1JB NR32 1JE NR32 1JF