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About Cavenham
Cavenham is a village located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the IP28 postcode area and is situated near the River Waveney, which forms part of the border between Suffolk and Norfolk. The village has a long history, with records indicating its presence in the Domesday Book of 1086. Cavenham is surrounded by rural countryside, with farmland and woodlands forming much of the local landscape. The village centre includes a church, a public house, and a small number of residential properties. It is a quiet community with a strong sense of local identity. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, particularly along the nearby river paths. Cavenham is approximately 10 miles north of Bury St Edmunds and is easily accessible by road from the A140.
School Ratings in Cavenham
Cavenham is served by 8 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Cavenham
Property prices average £323K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £376K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cavenham
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Cavenham, with 13 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Cavenham
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cavenham falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Local Data for Cavenham
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Property Prices 4,189 sales
Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the IP28 postcode area.
Household Income in Cavenham ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cavenham is approximately £57,968 a year before tax, 5% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,917. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £41,917.
Businesses in Cavenham ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,823 active businesses based in Cavenham, around 60 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 26 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Cavenham IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cavenham 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 Cavenham 79 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Cavenham 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 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
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Cavenham
Of the 13,040 households in and around Cavenham, 59% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 27% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Cavenham.