About Hopton

Hopton is a small village located in Suffolk, England, within the IP22 postcode area. It is situated near the coastline, providing easy access to the nearby beaches. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, including a few shops and a pub, which serve the needs of the community. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. Hopton is also close to larger towns such as Lowestoft and Great Yarmouth, which provide additional services and attractions. This location allows residents and visitors to experience both the tranquillity of village life and the conveniences of nearby urban areas.

School Ratings in Hopton

Hopton is served by 11 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hopton

Property prices average £346K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £420K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hopton

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Hopton, with 3 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hopton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hopton 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 Hopton

Most properties in Hopton 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 3,266 sales

Average Price £346K
£4K — £10.32M
Detached £420K 1,563
Semi £265K 786
Terraced £220K 531
Flat £132K 154

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Other
Hopton Church of England Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Garboldisham Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 1.4 miles Barningham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 2.3 miles St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham Primary Requires Improvement 3.3 miles St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Stanton Primary School Primary 4.2 miles Bluebells Family Hub 4.2 miles East Harling Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 4.3 miles Kenninghall Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Bardwell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hopton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hopton 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
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,295 Children (0-15) 15%
16,904 Working Age 58%
10,700 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% 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 Hopton 16 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Hopton 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.

5 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
2 Burglary
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
Suffolk Bury St Edmunds Rural North 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 5 stations

Harling Road Train Station 5.4 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 6.8 miles
Thetford Train Station 8.2 miles
Diss Train Station 8.2 miles
Elmswell Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fen Street 0.6 miles Smallworth 0.9 miles Blo' Norton 1.2 miles Thelnetham 1.4 miles Gasthorpe 1.4 miles Knettishall 1.4 miles Market Weston 1.4 miles Garboldisham 1.4 miles Thorpe Street 2.2 miles Crackthorn Corner 2.6 miles Coney Weston 2.6 miles Barningham 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Mid Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Palgrave
Constituency Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
Parish Palgrave
Region East of England

Streets in IP22 30 shown View all streets

A143 1 Airfield Road 2 Albert Close 1 Aldrich Way 1 Algar Road 1 Appletree Lane 2 Ashes Farm Lane 1 Audley Close 2 Audley End 2 Back Heywood Road 1 Back Hills 1 Back Lane 3 Back Street 1 Baldrys Yard 1 Bartrums Mews 2 Basham Street 1 Basil Brown Close 1 Bates Lane 1 Baynard's Lane 1 Bean's Lane 1 Beck Street 1 Beechcroft 1 Beehive Yard 1 Bellacre Close 1 Bellrope Lane 1 Bells Lane 2 Blackthorn Close 1 Blands Farm Close 1 Blenheim Way 1 Blo' Norton Road 1

Postcodes in IP22 50 shown View all postcodes

IP22 1AA IP22 1AB IP22 1AD IP22 1AE IP22 1AG IP22 1AH IP22 1AJ IP22 1AL IP22 1AN IP22 1AP IP22 1AQ IP22 1AR IP22 1AS IP22 1AT IP22 1AU IP22 1AW IP22 1AX IP22 1AY IP22 1AZ IP22 1BA IP22 1BB IP22 1BD IP22 1BE IP22 1BF IP22 1BG IP22 1BH IP22 1BJ IP22 1BL IP22 1BN IP22 1BP IP22 1BQ IP22 1BS IP22 1BT IP22 1BU IP22 1BW IP22 1BX IP22 1BY IP22 1BZ IP22 1DA IP22 1DB IP22 1DD IP22 1DE IP22 1DF IP22 1DG IP22 1DH IP22 1DJ IP22 1DL IP22 1DN IP22 1DP IP22 1DQ