About Elmswell

Elmswell is a village located in Suffolk, England, with the postcode area IP30. It is situated approximately six miles north of Bury St Edmunds and offers a mix of residential and rural life. The village has a primary school, local shops, and a community centre, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Elmswell is well-connected by road and rail, with a railway station that offers services to larger towns and cities. This makes it a practical choice for commuters while maintaining a sense of community and local identity. The village also hosts various events throughout the year, fostering a sense of togetherness among residents.

School Ratings in Elmswell

Elmswell is served by 19 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Elmswell

Property prices average £410K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £492K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Elmswell

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.

Deprivation and Employment in Elmswell

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Elmswell falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Elmswell

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Elmswell, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,619 sales

Average Price £410K
£1K — £3.5M
Detached £492K 1,362
Semi £295K 654
Terraced £235K 379
Flat £183K 37

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Elmswell Community Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Woolpit Primary Academy Primary Good 0.9 miles Norton CEVC Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Crawford's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Rattlesden Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 2.9 miles Finborough School 3.8 miles OA - Suffolk Good 4 miles Thurston Church of England Primary Academy Primary 4 miles Wood Ley Community Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Great Finborough Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Stowmarket High School Secondary 4.3 miles Thurston Community College Secondary Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Elmswell IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Elmswell 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,711 Children (0-15) 16%
16,650 Working Age 58%
9,630 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.7% 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 Elmswell 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Elmswell 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 small town.

4 Violence & Sexual Offences
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 5 stations

Elmswell Train Station 0.4 miles
Thurston Train Station 4.2 miles
Stowmarket Train Station 5 miles
Bury St Edmunds Train Station 8.2 miles
Needham Market Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woolpit 0.9 miles Broadgrass Green 1.2 miles Woolpit Heath 1.2 miles Wetherden 1.4 miles Woolpit Green 1.4 miles Tostock 1.9 miles Base Green 1.9 miles Hunston Green 1.9 miles Haughley New Street 2 miles Button Haugh Green 2 miles Norton Little Green 2 miles Clopton Green 2 miles

Local Government

District West Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Rougham
Constituency Bury St Edmunds
Parish Bradfield St. George
Region East of England

Streets in IP30 30 shown View all streets

A1088 2 A1141 8 A134 11 A14 7 Abbotts Meadow 2 Almshouse Road 2 Ash Lane 1 Ashfield Road 3 Ashley Close 1 Baby Lane 1 Bakers Mill 2 Beaker Place 1 Bear Meadow 2 Beech Paddocks 1 Bennett Avenue 5 Beyton Road 3 Bird's Lane 3 Birds Green 3 Blackbourne Road 1 Blacksmith Lane 1 Blacksmiths Way 1 Blackthorpe 2 Borley Crescent 1 Briar Hill 1 Broadgrass Green 1 Broomhill Lane 1 Bullswood Lane 1 Bunkers Dip 2 Bury Road 20 Cangles Lane 1

Postcodes in IP30 50 shown View all postcodes

IP30 0AA IP30 0AB IP30 0AD IP30 0AF IP30 0AG IP30 0AH IP30 0AJ IP30 0AL IP30 0AN IP30 0AQ IP30 0AS IP30 0AT IP30 0AU IP30 0AW IP30 0AX IP30 0AY IP30 0AZ IP30 0BA IP30 0BB IP30 0BD IP30 0BE IP30 0BF IP30 0BG IP30 0BH IP30 0BJ IP30 0BL IP30 0BN IP30 0BP IP30 0BQ IP30 0BS IP30 0BT IP30 0BU IP30 0BW IP30 0BX IP30 0BY IP30 0DA IP30 0DB IP30 0DD IP30 0DE IP30 0DG IP30 0DH IP30 0DJ IP30 0DL IP30 0DQ IP30 0DR IP30 0DS IP30 0DT IP30 0DU IP30 0DX IP30 0DY