About Wetherden Upper Town

Wetherden Upper Town is a small village located in Suffolk, England, within the IP14 postcode area. This rural community features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, reflecting the traditional English countryside. The village is primarily served by local roads, making it accessible for those travelling through the region. Nearby, you will find the larger town of Stowmarket, which offers additional amenities and services. The surrounding area is characterised by open fields and farmland, providing a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. Wetherden Upper Town is a place where one can appreciate the simplicity of rural life while being within reach of more urban facilities.

School Ratings in Wetherden Upper Town

There are 19 schools in and around Wetherden Upper Town. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wetherden Upper Town

The average property price is £339K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £387K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wetherden Upper Town

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Shoplifting is prevalent across Wetherden Upper Town, with 9 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wetherden Upper Town

Wetherden Upper Town 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 broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wetherden Upper Town

Broadband speeds in Wetherden Upper Town are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,840 sales

Average Price £339K
£100 — £70.2M
Detached £387K 2,485
Semi £256K 2,037
Terraced £218K 1,456
Flat £133K 466

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Elmswell Community Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Crawford's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Bacton Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Woolpit Primary Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Norton CEVC Primary School Primary 3.5 miles Old Newton Church of England Primary School Primary 3.6 miles Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles OA - Suffolk Good 4 miles Wood Ley Community Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Acorns Family Hub Good 4.2 miles Stowmarket High School Secondary 4.3 miles Chilton Community Primary School Primary 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wetherden Upper Town IMD 2025

Wetherden Upper Town 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
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,606 Children (0-15) 17%
34,892 Working Age 60%
17,741 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10% 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 Wetherden Upper Town 68 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Wetherden Upper Town 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 town with a strong sense of community.

34 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Shoplifting
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Drugs
4 Other Theft
3 Other Crime
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Public Order
1 Burglary
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Suffolk Mid-Suffolk North and East 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 4 stations

Elmswell Train Station 1.8 miles
Stowmarket Train Station 4.7 miles
Thurston Train Station 5.9 miles
Needham Market Train Station 8.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Haughley Green 0.9 miles Bacton Green 1.2 miles Base Green 1.2 miles Earl's Green 1.4 miles Button Haugh Green 1.4 miles Daisy Green 1.4 miles Wyverstone Street 1.8 miles Great Ashfield 1.8 miles Long Thurlow 1.9 miles Haughley New Street 1.9 miles Hunston Green 2 miles Wetherden 2 miles

Local Government

District Mid Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Combs Ford
Constituency Bury St Edmunds
Parish Stowmarket
Region East of England

Streets in IP14 30 shown View all streets

A1120 29 A1308 1 A14 5 A140 4 Abbey Fields 1 Abbot's Hall Road 1 Abbots Walk 1 Aldham Gardens 1 Aldis Avenue 2 Aldous Court 1 Alexander Mews 4 All Saints Close 1 All Saints Road 1 Allotment Lane 1 Amis Close 1 Andrews Close 1 Angel Hill 4 Anvil Way 1 Apple Grove 1 Ash Close 2 Ash Road 1 Ashfield Road 3 Aspall Road 2 Auction Yard 1 Avocet Gardens 1 B1077 12 B1078 2 B1079 1 B1113 1 B1115 2

Postcodes in IP14 50 shown View all postcodes

IP14 1AA IP14 1AB IP14 1AD IP14 1AF IP14 1AG IP14 1AH IP14 1AN IP14 1AP IP14 1AQ IP14 1AR IP14 1AS IP14 1AT IP14 1AU IP14 1AW IP14 1AX IP14 1AY IP14 1AZ IP14 1BA IP14 1BB IP14 1BD IP14 1BE IP14 1BF IP14 1BG IP14 1BH IP14 1BJ IP14 1BL IP14 1BN IP14 1BP IP14 1BQ IP14 1BS IP14 1BT IP14 1BU IP14 1BW IP14 1BX IP14 1BY IP14 1BZ IP14 1DA IP14 1DB IP14 1DD IP14 1DE IP14 1DF IP14 1DG IP14 1DH IP14 1DL IP14 1DN IP14 1DP IP14 1DT IP14 1DW IP14 1DY IP14 1EA