About Edwardstone

Edwardstone is a small village located in Suffolk, England, within the CO10 postcode area. It is primarily a residential community, characterised by its rural setting and traditional architecture. The village is surrounded by farmland, offering a peaceful atmosphere for its residents. The local parish church, St. Edmund's, is a notable feature of Edwardstone, reflecting the village's community spirit. There are various walking paths in the vicinity, allowing for exploration of the beautiful Suffolk countryside. Edwardstone is also conveniently situated near larger towns, providing access to more extensive amenities while maintaining its own quiet charm.

School Ratings in Edwardstone

Edwardstone is served by 19 schools. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Edwardstone

Property prices average £358K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £470K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Edwardstone

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Edwardstone, with 18 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Edwardstone

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Edwardstone 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Edwardstone

Most properties in Edwardstone can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 8,172 sales

Average Price £358K
£1K — £16.56M
Detached £470K 2,771
Semi £307K 2,045
Terraced £252K 2,163
Flat £182K 728

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Boxford Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Great Waldingfield Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles The Ryes College Good 3.3 miles Acton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Kersey Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Thomas Gainsborough School Secondary 3.7 miles Wells Hall Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Pot Kiln Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Chalk Hill 4 miles Woodhall Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Ormiston Sudbury Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 4.3 miles OneSchool Global UK Colchester Campus 4.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Edwardstone IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Edwardstone 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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
10,525 Children (0-15) 15%
40,586 Working Age 58%
23,708 Older (60+) 34%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Edwardstone 139 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Edwardstone 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.

75 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
11 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Shoplifting
7 Public Order
6 Other Theft
5 Drugs
3 Vehicle Crime
3 Other Crime
2 Weapons
Local Policing
Suffolk Waldingfield, Boxford and Bures Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 2 stations

Bures Train Station 5.7 miles
Chappel And Wakes Colne Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Mill Green 0.6 miles Round Maple 0.9 miles Sherbourne Street 0.9 miles Groton 0.9 miles Priory Green 0.9 miles Parliament Heath 1.4 miles Broad Street 1.4 miles Horner's Green 1.4 miles Boxford 1.8 miles Gosling Green 1.9 miles Upsher Green 2 miles Castling's Heath 2 miles

Local Government

District Babergh
County Suffolk
Ward Long Melford
Constituency South Suffolk
Parish Acton
Region East of England

Streets in CO10 30 shown View all streets

A1071 1 A1092 6 A1141 2 A134 2 Abbey Road 1 Abbitts Place 1 Abbots Close 1 Acton Close 1 Acton Lane 4 Acton Square 1 Addison Road 1 Airey Close 1 Alder Way 1 Alexander Drive 1 Alexandra Road 4 Alston Close 1 Amos Hill 1 Angel Lane 2 Angel Meadows 1 Applecroft Farm Road 1 Applegate Mews 1 Aragon Court 1 Armstrong Close 1 Artesian Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Street 1 Ashen Close 1 Ashen Hill 3 Ashen Lane 4 Ashen Road 5

Postcodes in CO10 50 shown View all postcodes

CO10 0AB CO10 0AD CO10 0AE CO10 0AF CO10 0AG CO10 0AH CO10 0AJ CO10 0AL CO10 0AN CO10 0AP CO10 0AQ CO10 0AR CO10 0AS CO10 0AT CO10 0AU CO10 0AW CO10 0AX CO10 0AY CO10 0AZ CO10 0BA CO10 0BB CO10 0BD CO10 0BE CO10 0BG CO10 0BH CO10 0BJ CO10 0BL CO10 0BN CO10 0BP CO10 0BQ CO10 0BS CO10 0BT CO10 0BU CO10 0BW CO10 0BX CO10 0BY CO10 0BZ CO10 0DA CO10 0DB CO10 0DD CO10 0DE CO10 0DF CO10 0DG CO10 0DH CO10 0DJ CO10 0DL CO10 0DN CO10 0DP CO10 0DQ CO10 0DR