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Location in SuffolkGreat Wratting sits where the marker shows within the county.

33,728
Population
12,996
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£55,819
Avg. household income
1,054
Businesses
336
People per km²
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About Great Wratting

Great Wratting is a small village located in Suffolk, England, within the CB9 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. Surrounded by the Suffolk countryside, it offers a peaceful environment for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for residents.

Nearby, you will find the larger town of Haverhill, which provides additional services, shops, and recreational facilities. The area is well-connected by road, making it easy to explore the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions. Great Wratting is ideal for those who appreciate a quieter lifestyle while remaining within reach of larger urban centres.

School Ratings in Great Wratting

Families in Great Wratting have access to 17 local schools. Churchill Special Free School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Great Wratting

Homes sell for an average of £310K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £224K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Great Wratting

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Great Wratting, with 29 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Great Wratting

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Great Wratting around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Great Wratting

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Great Wratting, the nearest being Haverhill Family Practice (2.1 miles away).

Local Data for Great Wratting

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Property Prices 4,246 sales

Average Price £310K
£1K , £6.69M
Detached £398K 1,267
Semi £279K 1,009
Terraced £224K 1,587
Flat £183K 202

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 14

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CB9 postcode area.

Samuel Ward Academy Secondary Good 1.5 miles Kedington Primary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles Westfield Primary Academy Primary Good 1.6 miles New Cangle Community Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Thurlow Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Castle Manor Academy Secondary Good 2.1 miles Barnardiston Hall Preparatory School Not applicable 2.1 miles Place Farm Primary Academy Primary Good 2.1 miles Churchill Special Free School Not applicable Outstanding 2.1 miles Coupals Primary Academy Primary Good 2.1 miles Burton End Primary Academy Primary Good 2.5 miles St Felix Roman Catholic Primary School, Haverhill Primary Good 2.5 miles

Household Income in Great Wratting ONS 2023

The average total household income in Great Wratting is approximately £55,819 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £41,107. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Great Wratting £55,819
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £41,107.

Businesses in Great Wratting ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,054 active businesses based in Great Wratting, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% 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.

1,054 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Great Wratting IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Great Wratting are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
4/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 18%
6,633 Children (0-15) 20%
20,983 Working Age 62%
6,121 Older (65+) 18%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 25.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% 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 Great Wratting 174 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Great Wratting is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 88
Criminal Damage & Arson 29
Shoplifting 15
Anti-Social Behaviour 13
Burglary 7
Other Theft 4
Other Crime 4
Weapons 3
Public Order 3
Vehicle Crime 3
Drugs 2
Robbery 2
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
Suffolk Haverhill Rural and Suffolk South West 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

Dullingham Train Station 5.8 miles
Newmarket Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Wratting 0.6 miles Great Thurlow 1.4 miles Sowley Green 1.8 miles Kedington 1.8 miles Temple End 1.8 miles Barnardiston 1.9 miles Little Thurlow Green 1.9 miles Withersfield 2 miles Calford Green 2 miles Little Thurlow 2 miles Hanchett Village 2.2 miles Haverhill 2.2 miles

Local Government

District West Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Haverhill East
Constituency West Suffolk
Parish Haverhill
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Great Wratting

Of the 13,872 households in and around Great Wratting, 64% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 64% Social rented 19% Private rented 17%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Great Wratting

What is the population of Great Wratting?
Great Wratting has a population of approximately 33,728 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Great Wratting?
The average property in and around Great Wratting sold for about £309,858, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 11% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Great Wratting a deprived area?
Great Wratting sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Great Wratting?
Great Wratting is covered by the CB9 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Great Wratting?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Great Wratting, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Great Wratting?
The nearest railway station to Great Wratting is Dullingham Train Station, about 5.8 miles away.

Streets in CB9 30 shown View all streets

A1307 2 A143 4 Abbotts Court 1 Abbotts Road 2 Abercorn Court 2 Alde Road 4 Aldeburgh Close 1 Aldham Court 1 Allington Walk 1 Amey Close 1 Anglian Place 1 Ann Coles Close 1 Ann Suckling Road 1 Antonia Close 1 Aragon Road 2 Archer Way 1 Argyle Court 1 Arms Lane 1 Arrendene Road 2 Arundel Walk 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashlea Close 3 Ashlea Road 1 Aspen Close 1 Atterton Road 1 Augustus Close 1 B1061 4 Bailey Close 1 Baines Coney 1 Balmoral Drive 1

Postcodes in CB9 50 shown View all postcodes

CB9 0AA CB9 0AB CB9 0AD CB9 0AE CB9 0AF CB9 0AG CB9 0AH CB9 0AJ CB9 0AL CB9 0AN CB9 0AP CB9 0AQ CB9 0AR CB9 0AS CB9 0AT CB9 0AU CB9 0AW CB9 0AX CB9 0AY CB9 0AZ CB9 0BA CB9 0BB CB9 0BD CB9 0BF CB9 0BL CB9 0BN CB9 0BQ CB9 0BS CB9 0BT CB9 0BU CB9 0BW CB9 0BX CB9 0BY CB9 0BZ CB9 0DA CB9 0DB CB9 0DD CB9 0DE CB9 0DF CB9 0DG CB9 0DH CB9 0DJ CB9 0DL CB9 0DN CB9 0DP CB9 0DQ CB9 0DR CB9 0DS CB9 0DT CB9 0DU