The Eye, Palgrave & Occold area in Mid Suffolk is characterised by its rural landscape, featuring open farmland, small woodlands, and quiet country lanes. The market town of Eye, with its historic castle and medieval church, serves as a focal point for the surrounding villages. The area maintains a strong agricultural presence, with mixed farming and livestock rearing common across the region.
Palgrave and Occold are smaller settlements, offering a mix of traditional cottages and newer housing developments. Local amenities include village halls, primary schools, and a handful of pubs, catering to both residents and visitors. The area is well-connected by road, with the A140 providing links to Diss and Ipswich, while retaining a quiet, countryside atmosphere. Walking and cycling routes, such as those along the River Dove, are popular for exploring the surrounding nature.
On average Eye, Palgrave & Occold has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 32 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Eye, Palgrave & Occold is £45,100 per year. There are 6 schools in Eye, Palgrave & Occold: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 109 recent sales, the median property price is £365,000 in Eye, Palgrave & Occold area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £825,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 66 | £418,500 |
| Flats | 1 | £60,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 23 | £262,500 |
| Terraced | 19 | £238,000 |
10 years price trend in Eye, Palgrave & Occold
IP214AS
Low Street
IP215BD
Cross Street
IP215BE
Church Close
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Worlingworth Road
IP221FB
Crossing Road
IP237HS
Eye, Palgrave & Occold
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Buckshorn Lane
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Wellington Road
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IP237NN
Eye Road
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Rectory Road
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Potash Lane
IP215AS
Church Hill
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Hall Lane
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Draycott Rise
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Gaye Crescent
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Ash Drive
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Yaxley Road
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Ashton Road
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Church Lane
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Leys Lane
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Fressingfield Road
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Wellington Road
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Buckshorn Lane
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Hayward Close
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Castle Hill
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The Street
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Old Ipswich Road
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Cross Street
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Castleton Way
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Church Lane
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Roman Road
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Lower Oakley
IP215AD
Denham Low Road
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Abbey Hill
IP221AS
Priory Close
IP237HY
Cranley Green Road
IP237JJ
Deadman's Lane
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Eye, Palgrave & Occold
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Cock's Road
IP237PA
Cranley Green Road
IP238BA
Eye, Palgrave & Occold
IP214BX
Mellis Road
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IP214LR
Chickering Road
IP215AB
Chickering Road
IP215AN
Abbey Hill
IP215RB
Church Road
IP237AF
Broad Street
IP237DE
Castleton Way
IP237DJ
Eye, Palgrave & Occold
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Eye, Palgrave & Occold
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The Street
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Mill Road
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Church Lane
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Mellis Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.