Chelmondiston, Suffolk | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Chelmondiston

Chelmondiston is a small village located in the county of Suffolk, in eastern England. It lies within the IP9 postcode area and is situated near the town of Saxmundham. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes set along quiet, tree-lined streets. A local church and a village hall are central to community life, and there are several local amenities including a shop and a pub. The surrounding countryside offers pleasant walking routes, with open fields and hedgerows typical of the Suffolk landscape. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities via road and rail, making it accessible for commuters. Chelmondiston retains a strong sense of community, with regular local events and activities throughout the year.

School Ratings in Chelmondiston

There are 54 schools in and around Chelmondiston. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chelmondiston

The average property price is £384K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £460K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chelmondiston

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Public order is prevalent across Chelmondiston, with 1 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chelmondiston

Chelmondiston 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.

Healthcare in Chelmondiston

There are 8 GP surgeries within three miles of Chelmondiston, the nearest being The Holbrook And Shotley Practice (2.3 miles away).

Local Data for Chelmondiston

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Property Prices 1,597 sales

Average Price £384K

£2K , £4.1M

Detached £460K 728

Semi £300K 469

Terraced £297K 256

Flat £187K 63

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary

6 Secondary

18 Other

Good 7

Ofsted ratings for schools in the IP9 postcode area.

Chelmondiston Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Ipswich High School Not applicable 1 miles Orwell Park School Not applicable 1.5 miles Nacton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Holbrook Academy Secondary Good 2.2 miles Holbrook Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Shotley Community Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Ravenswood Community Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Ravenswood Family Hub Requires Improvement 2.7 miles Royal Hospital School Not applicable 2.8 miles Ipswich Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 2.9 miles Morland Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles

Household Income in Chelmondiston ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chelmondiston is approximately £59,868 a year before tax, 8% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,546. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chelmondiston £59,868

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £42,546.

Businesses in Chelmondiston ONS 2025

There are approximately 468 active businesses based in Chelmondiston, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

468 Total businesses

44 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 92%

Small, 10-49 6%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Chelmondiston IMD 2025

Chelmondiston 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

7/10

Income

8/10

Employment

8/10

Education

6/10

Health

9/10

Housing

3/10

Living Environment

5/10

Children 0-15 17%

Working age 55%

Older 65+ 28%

1,787 Children (0-15) 17%

5,896 Working Age 55%

3,021 Older (65+) 28%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.7% of children in income-deprived families

Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.3% 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 Chelmondiston 1 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Chelmondiston records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Public order 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.

Public Order 1

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

Harwich International Train Station 3.6 miles

Wrabness Train Station 4 miles

Derby Road (Ipswich) Train Station 4.1 miles

Harwich Town Train Station 4.7 miles

Trimley Train Station 4.7 miles

Dovercourt Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woolverstone 1.4 miles Shop Corner 1.9 miles Church End 2 miles Nacton 2 miles Erwarton 2 miles Lower Holbrook 2.2 miles Levington 2.2 miles Shotley 2.2 miles Harkstead 2.2 miles The Woodlands 2.5 miles Holbrook 2.6 miles Freston 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Babergh

County Suffolk

Ward Orwell

Constituency South Suffolk

Parish Freston

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Chelmondiston

Of the 4,566 households in and around Chelmondiston, 79% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 79% Social rented 9% Private rented 12%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Chelmondiston

What is the population of Chelmondiston?

Chelmondiston has a population of approximately 10,702 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Chelmondiston?

The average property in and around Chelmondiston sold for about £383,903, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 10% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Chelmondiston a deprived area?

Chelmondiston sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Chelmondiston?

Chelmondiston is covered by the IP9 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Chelmondiston?

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

Where is the nearest train station to Chelmondiston?

The nearest railway station to Chelmondiston is Harwich International Train Station, about 3.6 miles away.

Streets in IP9 30 shown View all streets

A12 2 A137 6 A14 3 Abbot Way 2 Admiralty Pier 1 Aisthorpe 1 Almshouses 1 Alton Hall Lane 1 Ash Grove 1 B1080 5 B1456 12 Back Lane 1 Badger Sett Close 1 Baker Road 1 Barnfield 1 Battery Lane 3 Bay Tree Way 1 Bentley Lane 3 Bergholt Road 2 Berners Field 1 Blake Avenue 1 Bluebell Drive 1 Bluegate Lane 1 Bobbits Lane 1 Boot Drift 1 Boundary Oaks 1 Boydlands 1 Brick Kiln Road 2 Broadwater Gardens 1 Brook Lane 1

Postcodes in IP9 50 shown View all postcodes

IP9 1AA IP9 1AB IP9 1AD IP9 1AE IP9 1AF IP9 1AG IP9 1AH IP9 1AJ IP9 1AL IP9 1AN IP9 1AP IP9 1AQ IP9 1AR IP9 1AS IP9 1AT IP9 1AU IP9 1AW IP9 1AX IP9 1AY IP9 1AZ IP9 1BA IP9 1BB IP9 1BD IP9 1BE IP9 1BF IP9 1BG IP9 1BH IP9 1BJ IP9 1BL IP9 1BN IP9 1BP IP9 1BS IP9 1BT IP9 1BU IP9 1BW IP9 1BX IP9 1BY IP9 1BZ IP9 1DA IP9 1DB IP9 1DD IP9 1DE IP9 1DF IP9 1DG IP9 1DN IP9 1DP IP9 1DQ IP9 1DR IP9 1DS IP9 1DT

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