About Little Saxham

Little Saxham is a small village located in Suffolk, England, within the postcode area IP29. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. Surrounded by the Suffolk countryside, it offers a peaceful environment for its residents. The village has a local church, St. Nicholas, which serves as a focal point for community gatherings and events. The surrounding area is characterised by agricultural land, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Nearby towns such as Bury St Edmunds offer additional amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Little Saxham is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the wider region of Suffolk.

School Ratings in Little Saxham

Families in Little Saxham have access to 25 local schools. All Saints' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Lawshall is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.

House Prices in Little Saxham

Homes sell for an average of £461K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £521K.

Deprivation and Employment in Little Saxham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Little Saxham around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Little Saxham

Broadband services in Little Saxham range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,126 sales

Average Price £461K
£6K — £4.7M
Detached £521K 601
Semi £339K 278
Terraced £281K 135
Flat £256K 21

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
3 Secondary
10 Other
Risby Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Barrow Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Ickworth Park Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Sexton's Manor Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Abbeygate Sixth Form College 16 plus Outstanding 3 miles West Suffolk College 16 plus Outstanding 3.1 miles Carousel Family Hub 3.1 miles Howard Community Academy Primary 3.2 miles Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 3.2 miles The Albany 3.2 miles St Edmundsbury CofE Primary Academy Primary 3.3 miles King Edward VI CEVC School Secondary Good 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Little Saxham IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Little Saxham 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,070 Children (0-15) 16%
14,817 Working Age 57%
9,282 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 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

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Bury St Edmunds Train Station 3.7 miles
Dullingham Train Station 5.8 miles
Kennett Train Station 6.2 miles
Thurston Train Station 7.8 miles
Newmarket Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Great Saxham 0.9 miles Frizzeler's Green 0.9 miles Burthorpe 1.4 miles Barrow 1.9 miles Risby 1.9 miles Westley 2 miles Denham End 2 miles Horringer 2.2 miles Birds End 2.2 miles Broad Green 2.6 miles Chevington 2.6 miles Denham 2.8 miles

Local Government

District West Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Whepstead & Wickhambrook
Constituency South Suffolk
Parish Brockley
Region East of England

Streets in IP29 30 shown View all streets

A143 6 Albana Walk 2 Ancells Close 1 Andrews Yard 1 Aveley Lane 1 B1066 8 Barn Field 1 Barn Meadow 1 Barnfield 1 Barrow Hill 2 Barrow Road 8 Beale Road 2 Beechcroft 1 Bell's Lane 3 Benwell Close 2 Birdbrook 1 Blind Lane 2 Bluebell Way 1 Braggon's Hill 4 Brands Lane 3 Brittons Road 1 Broad Green Close 1 Brockley Lane 1 Brockley Road 7 Brookes Corner 2 Bury Road 27 Cedar Crescent 2 Chadacre Road 2 Chapel Lane 2 Chapel Road 1

Postcodes in IP29 50 shown View all postcodes

IP29 4AA IP29 4AB IP29 4AD IP29 4AF IP29 4AG IP29 4AH IP29 4AJ IP29 4AL IP29 4AN IP29 4AP IP29 4AQ IP29 4AR IP29 4AS IP29 4AT IP29 4AU IP29 4AW IP29 4AX IP29 4AY IP29 4AZ IP29 4BA IP29 4BB IP29 4BE IP29 4BF IP29 4BG IP29 4BH IP29 4BL IP29 4BP IP29 4BQ IP29 4BS IP29 4BT IP29 4BU IP29 4BX IP29 4BY IP29 4BZ IP29 4DA IP29 4DB IP29 4DD IP29 4DH IP29 4DJ IP29 4DL IP29 4DN IP29 4DP IP29 4DR IP29 4DS IP29 4DT IP29 4DW IP29 4DZ IP29 4EA IP29 4EB IP29 4ED