About Thurston End

Thurston End is a small village located in Suffolk, England, within the IP29 postcode area. It is situated close to the larger village of Thurston, which offers additional amenities and services. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the rural landscape. The village is well-connected, with nearby access to the A14 road, making it convenient for travel to larger towns such as Bury St Edmunds and Stowmarket. Local facilities may be limited, but the nearby areas offer shops, schools, and recreational activities. Thurston End serves as a peaceful place for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining within reach of more urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Thurston End

Families in Thurston End have access to 8 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 Thurston End

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

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Thurston End

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Thurston End, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Thurston End

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Thurston End 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 Thurston End

Broadband services in Thurston End 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 8 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
1 Secondary
Hartest Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Glemsford Primary Academy Primary Good 2.8 miles Cavendish Church of England Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Wickhambrook Primary Academy Primary 3.8 miles Hundon Community Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Stour Valley Community School Secondary Good 3.9 miles Clare Community Primary School Primary Good 4 miles All Saints' Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Lawshall Primary Outstanding 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Thurston End IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Thurston End 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

Crime in Thurston End 5 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Thurston End are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Other Theft
1 Other Crime
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 3.7 miles
Bury St Edmunds Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Upper Street 0.6 miles Hawkedon 0.6 miles Fenstead End 0.9 miles Lower Street 0.9 miles Stansfield 0.9 miles Assington Green 1.2 miles Wales End 1.2 miles Somerton 1.8 miles Boxted 1.9 miles Gosland Green 2 miles Denston 2 miles Mile End 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

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