Debenham

Debenham ward is situated in the Mid Suffolk district, centred around the historic village of Debenham itself. The area is characterised by gently rolling agricultural land and mixed woodland, with the River Deben flowing through the parish. The settlement pattern includes the main village hub along with several smaller hamlets and scattered farms across the wider rural landscape. The local economy has traditional ties to agriculture and land management.

The village is known for its distinctive wide main street, which is unusual for a settlement of its size and hints at its past importance as a local market centre. The area's geography is defined by shallow valleys and low hills, with land use primarily for arable farming and some livestock. Community life focuses on the village, which contains essential services and historic buildings, including a church with a notable medieval tower.