Charsfield on the map
Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)
Location in SuffolkCharsfield sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Charsfield
Charsfield is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the IP13 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is known for its quiet, peaceful atmosphere and traditional English countryside setting. It is close to the town of Bury St Edmunds, which provides access to local amenities and services. The area is characterised by its mix of historic buildings and modern homes, reflecting its long-standing rural community. Charsfield is part of the wider Suffolk landscape, known for its rolling fields and hedgerows, and offers a sense of calm and connection to the local environment.
School Ratings in Charsfield
There are 17 schools in and around Charsfield. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Charsfield
The average property price is £430K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £520K.
Deprivation and Employment in Charsfield
Charsfield 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.
Healthcare in Charsfield
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Charsfield, the nearest being Wickham Market Medical Centre (3 miles away).
Local Data for Charsfield
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Property Prices 2,934 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the IP13 postcode area.
Household Income in Charsfield ONS 2023
The average total household income in Charsfield is approximately £60,865 a year before tax, 10% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £43,984. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £43,984.
Businesses in Charsfield ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,297 active businesses based in Charsfield, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 13 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Charsfield IMD 2025
Charsfield 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.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Charsfield
Of the 9,682 households in and around Charsfield, 74% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 14% 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 Charsfield.