About Occold

Occold is a small village located in Suffolk, England, within the postcode area IP23. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. Occold is surrounded by the picturesque Suffolk countryside, offering opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is home to a local primary school, which serves the community, and a few local amenities, including a village hall. Occold also has a church that reflects the architectural style typical of the region. The village is well-connected to nearby towns, making it a convenient base for exploring Suffolk's wider attractions.

School Ratings in Occold

There are 14 schools in and around Occold. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Occold

The average property price is £640K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £458K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Occold

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Bicycle theft is prevalent across Occold, with 2 recorded incidents in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Occold

Occold sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Occold

Broadband availability in Occold includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,135 sales

Average Price £640K
£4K — £70.2M
Detached £458K 589
Semi £275K 235
Terraced £226K 179
Flat £184K 16

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Occold Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Thorndon Church of England Primary School Primary 1 miles Eye Family Hub Good 2.1 miles St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye Primary Good 2.1 miles Hartismere School Secondary 2.4 miles Wetheringsett Church of England Primary School Primary 2.9 miles St Edmund's Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Mellis Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Worlingworth Church of England primary school Primary 4.3 miles Sir Robert Hitcham Church of England Voluntary Aided School Primary Good 4.4 miles Mendlesham Primary School Primary 4.4 miles High Suffolk Family Hub Good 4.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Occold IMD 2025

Occold sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
2,792 Children (0-15) 15%
10,737 Working Age 57%
7,151 Older (60+) 38%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.8% 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 Occold 18 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Occold records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

11 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Burglary
1 Other Theft
1 Weapons
1 Public Order
Local Policing
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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

Diss Train Station 5.9 miles
Stowmarket Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dublin 0.9 miles Cranley 1.2 miles Thorndon 1.4 miles Braiseworth 1.4 miles Rishangles 1.4 miles Redlingfield 1.9 miles Eye 2 miles Bedingfield 2.2 miles Stoke Ash 2.5 miles Langton Green 2.6 miles Yaxley 2.6 miles Denham Corner 2.8 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in IP23 30 shown View all streets

A140 8 Abbots Meadow 1 Ash Drive 2 Ash Tree Close 2 Ashton Road 2 B1077 3 B1113 1 Back Street 1 Baker's Lane 1 Barric Lane 1 Bedingfield Road 1 Bellands Way 1 Birchgrove 2 Braiseworth Lane 1 Braiseworth Road 2 Broad Street 2 Broadfields Close 1 Broadfields Road 1 Brome Avenue 1 Bromelands 1 Browns Acre 1 Bucks Green 2 Buckshorn Lane 2 Bullshall Road 3 Burns Close 1 Castle Hill 3 Castle Street 1 Castleton Way 4 Cedar Close 1 Chapel Farm Close 1

Postcodes in IP23 50 shown View all postcodes

IP23 7AB IP23 7AE IP23 7AF IP23 7AG IP23 7AJ IP23 7AN IP23 7AP IP23 7AQ IP23 7AR IP23 7AS IP23 7AT IP23 7AU IP23 7AW IP23 7AY IP23 7AZ IP23 7BA IP23 7BB IP23 7BD IP23 7BE IP23 7BF IP23 7BG IP23 7BH IP23 7BJ IP23 7BL IP23 7BN IP23 7BP IP23 7BQ IP23 7BS IP23 7BT IP23 7BU IP23 7BW IP23 7BX IP23 7BY IP23 7BZ IP23 7DA IP23 7DB IP23 7DD IP23 7DE IP23 7DG IP23 7DJ IP23 7DN IP23 7DP IP23 7DR IP23 7DS IP23 7DT IP23 7DU IP23 7DW IP23 7DY IP23 7DZ IP23 7EA