About Melon Green

Melon Green is a small village located in Suffolk, England, within the IP29 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, offering a quiet atmosphere for its inhabitants. Surrounded by the Suffolk countryside, it provides a pleasant setting for those who enjoy rural living. The area is characterised by its green spaces and agricultural land, making it an appealing location for nature enthusiasts. In terms of amenities, Melon Green has limited facilities, which may require residents and visitors to travel to nearby towns for shopping and services. The village is well-connected by local roads, allowing for easy access to larger communities such as Bury St Edmunds and Newmarket. Overall, Melon Green presents a simple and peaceful lifestyle, ideal for those seeking a retreat from urban life.

School Ratings in Melon Green

Melon Green is served by 27 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 Melon Green

Property prices average £461K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £521K.

Deprivation and Employment in Melon Green

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Melon Green 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 Melon Green

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Melon Green, 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 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

13 Primary
3 Secondary
11 Other
Great Whelnetham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles All Saints' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Lawshall Primary Outstanding 2.4 miles Ickworth Park Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Riverwalk School Good 3.2 miles South Lee School 3.3 miles Hartest Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Hardwick Primary School Primary 3.5 miles Westgate Community Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 3.8 miles The Albany 3.8 miles St Edmund's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Learning Support, Western Area Education Office 4 miles Cockfield Church of England Primary School Primary 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Melon Green IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Melon Green 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
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 4 stations

Bury St Edmunds Train Station 4.7 miles
Dullingham Train Station 6.1 miles
Thurston Train Station 6.6 miles
Elmswell Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Mickley Green 0 yards Whepstead 0.9 miles Pinford End 1.2 miles Hawstead Green 1.4 miles Brook Green 1.4 miles Gulling Green 1.4 miles Hawstead 1.4 miles Harrow Green 2 miles High Green 2 miles Great Welnetham 2.2 miles Hart's Green 2.2 miles Nowton 2.2 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

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