About Wickham Green

Wickham Green is a small village located in Suffolk, England, within the IP23 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its residents. Surrounded by the Suffolk countryside, it offers a peaceful environment for those seeking a quieter lifestyle. The area is characterised by its rural charm, featuring traditional English architecture and open fields. Wickham Green is well-connected to nearby towns, making it convenient for commuting or visiting local shops and services. The village is also close to various walking paths, allowing for exploration of the surrounding landscape.

School Ratings in Wickham Green

Families in Wickham Green have access to 12 local schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wickham Green

Homes sell for an average of £640K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £458K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wickham Green

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Drugs is the leading concern across Wickham Green, with 1 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wickham Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wickham Green around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Wickham Green

Broadband services in Wickham Green 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 1,135 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
1 Secondary
1 Other
Gislingham Church of England Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Mendlesham Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Wetheringsett Church of England Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Thorndon Church of England Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Bacton Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Mellis Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Occold Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Hartismere School Secondary 4 miles Eye Family Hub Good 4.2 miles St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary School, Eye Primary Good 4.2 miles Wortham Primary School Primary 4.7 miles St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wickham Green IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Wickham Green 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
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 Wickham Green 8 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Wickham Green 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.

5 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Drugs
1 Public Order
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

Diss Train Station 6.6 miles
Stowmarket Train Station 7.2 miles
Elmswell Train Station 7.4 miles
Needham Market Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wickham Skeith 0 yards Wickham Street 0.6 miles Daisy Green 0.6 miles Thornham Magna 0.9 miles Thwaite 1.4 miles Stoke Ash 1.4 miles Dandy Corner 1.8 miles Gislingham 1.8 miles Finningham 1.9 miles Thornham Parva 2 miles Cotton 2.2 miles Little Green 2.2 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