Area Info for Brome and Oakley (Suffolk)

Overview of Brome and Oakley, Suffolk

Brome and Oakley are two villages located in Suffolk, United Kingdom. They are situated in the East of England and are part of the rural landscape of the county. The area is known for its scenic countryside, historic buildings, and traditional English village atmosphere.

Location and Geography

Brome is a small village approximately 10 miles south of the town of Diss and about 20 miles south-west of Norwich. Oakley is nearby, situated to the east of Brome. The villages are characterised by open fields, farmland, and a peaceful rural environment. The landscape features typical Suffolk rolling hills and lush greenery.

History and Heritage

Both villages have historical roots dating back several centuries. Brome is known for its historic church, St. Peter's Church, which features architectural elements from different periods. Oakley also has a church, Oakley Church, which is a notable local landmark. The area has historically been agricultural, with farming playing a significant role in its development.

Community and Amenities

The villages are small and primarily residential, with limited local amenities. Residents often rely on nearby towns for shopping, schools, and other services. There are some local pubs and community centres that serve as social hubs for residents. The rural setting makes it a popular location for those seeking a quiet lifestyle.

Transport Links

Transport options are limited within the villages, but they are accessible by road. The nearest main roads connect to larger towns and cities in Suffolk and Norfolk. Public transport options such as buses are available but infrequent, so most residents rely on private vehicles for commuting.

Additional Information

Brome and Oakley are appreciated for their tranquil environment and scenic beauty. They attract visitors interested in rural tourism, walking, and exploring historic sites. The villages maintain their traditional charm and are considered desirable locations for those seeking a peaceful countryside residence.
Education
School
Scole Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School1.44 miles
Norwich Road, Scole, Diss, Norfolk, IP21 4ED
Hartismere School1.96 miles
Castleton Way, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7BL
St Peter and St Paul Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School2.01 miles
Church Street, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7BD
St Edmund's Primary School2.19 miles
Heckfield Green, Hoxne, Eye, Suffolk, IP21 5AD
Palgrave Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School2.55 miles
Palgrave, Nr Diss, Suffolk, IP22 1AG
Diss Infant and Nursery School with Children's Centre2.68 miles
Fitzwalter Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4PU
Diss Church Junior School2.79 miles
The Entry, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4NT
Diss High School2.87 miles
Walcot Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4DH
Dickleburgh Voluntary Controlled Primary School3.35 miles
Harvey Lane, Dickleburgh, Diss, Norfolk, IP21 4NL
Mellis Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School3.41 miles
Yaxley Road, Mellis, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 8DP
Roydon Primary School3.70 miles
Manor Road, Roydon, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 5QU
Occold Primary School3.95 miles
The Street, Occold, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7PL
Burston Community Primary School3.98 miles
Crown Green, Burston, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 5TZ
Wortham Primary School4.42 miles
Wortham, Bury Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 1PX
Thorndon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School4.63 miles
The Street, Thorndon, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7JR
Stradbroke Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School5.04 miles
Queen Street, Stradbroke, Eye, Suffolk, IP21 5HH
Health
Clinic
Gilchrist Birthing Unit1.99 miles
Castleton Way, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7BH
AHP Suffolk (Eye)1.99 miles
Hartismere Hospital, Castleton Way, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7BH
Specsavers Hearcare - Norfolk - Diss2.82 miles
9/11 Mere Street, Unit 1, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4AD
Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care - Diss2.84 miles
45 Mere Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4AG
Partnerships in Care St John's House3.38 miles
Lion Road, Palgrave, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 1BA
Partnerships in Care Burston House3.89 miles
Rectory Road, Burston, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 5TU
AHP Suffolk (Fressingfield)6.34 miles
Fressingfield Medical Centre, New Street, Fressingfield, Suffolk, IP21 5PJ
Partnerships in Care Richmond House7.16 miles
38 Redenhall Road, Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 9HB
AHP Suffolk (Framlingham)11.17 miles
Framlingham Surgery, Pembroke Road, Framlingham, Suffolk, IP13 9HA
Stanton Health Centre11.85 miles
12 The Chase, Stanton, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP31 2XA
Stowmarket Health Centre12.92 miles
Violet Hill Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1NL
Violet Hill House12.92 miles
Violet Hill Road, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1NL
Haymills House13.00 miles
Station Road East, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1RF
Stow Lodge Centre13.20 miles
Chilton Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1SZ
Stow Lodge Centre13.20 miles
Stow Lodge Centre, Chilton Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1SZ
AHP Suffolk (Stowmarket)13.20 miles
Stowe Lodge Centre, Chilton Way, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 1SZ
GP
Dr Lewis & partners2.00 miles
Eye Health Centre, Castleton Way, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7DD
The Lawns Medical Practice3.00 miles
Mount Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4WG
Dr Hume and Partners3.00 miles
Mount Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4WG
Fressingfield Medical Centre (branch)5.23 miles
Wilby Road, Stradbroke, Eye, Suffolk, IP21 5JN
Dr Wisdom & Partners6.20 miles
Station Road, Pulham Market, Diss, Diss, IP21 4TX
Fressingfield Medical Centre6.34 miles
New Street, Fressingfield, Eye, Suffolk, IP21 5PJ
Botesdale Health Centre6.54 miles
Back Hills, Botesdale, Diss, IP22 1DW
Harleston Medical Practice6.90 miles
Paddock Road, Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 9AR
Harleston Medical Practice6.95 miles
Bullock Fair Close, Harleston, Norwich, Norfolk, IP20 9AT
Mendlesham Medical Group7.51 miles
Chapel Road, Mendlesham, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 5SQ
Debenham Group Practice8.83 miles
20 Low Road, Debenham, Debenham, Suffolk, IP14 6QU
Mendlesham Medical Group8.84 miles
Church Road, Bacton, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 4LJ
Laxfield branch surgery9.12 miles
The Street, Laxfield, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 8DZ
King's Ride Surgery9.18 miles
Quidenham Road, Kenninghall, Norfolk, NR16 2EF
EARL SOHAM branch surgery 9.88 miles
Earl Soham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 7SF
Dr A Hassan & Partners Hopton9.94 miles
Avicenna, High Street, Hopton, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 2QX
Hospital
All Hallows Hospital14.51 miles
Station Road, Ditchingham, Bungay, Suffolk, NR35 2QL
Ecch Patrick Stead Hospital14.63 miles
Bungay Road, Halesworth, Suffolk, IP19 8HP
Ecch Beccles Hospital18.42 miles
St. Marys Road, Beccles, Suffolk, NR34 9NQ
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital18.76 miles
Colney Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR4 7UY
Colman Hospital19.36 miles
Unthank Road, Norwich, NR2 2PJ
The Ipswich Hospital20.03 miles
Heath Road, ..., Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 5PD
Woodlands20.03 miles
Heath Road, Ipswich Hospital, Ipswich, IP4 5PD
Julian Hospital20.08 miles
Bowthorpe Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 3TD
BMI St Edmunds Hospital20.12 miles
St. Marys Square, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 2AA
Norwich Community Hospital20.13 miles
Bowthorpe Road, Norwich, NR2 3TU
Walker Close20.54 miles
3 and 4 Walker Close, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 8LY
St Clements Hospital20.67 miles
Foxhall Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 8LS
West Suffolk Hospital20.74 miles
Hardwick Lane, Hardwick Lane, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 2QZ
Wedgwood House20.74 miles
West Suffolk Hospital, Hardwicke Lane, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 2QZ
Nuffield Health, Ipswich Hospital21.04 miles
Foxhall Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 5SW
Highlands21.10 miles
219 Yarmouth Road, Norwich, Norfolk, NR7 0SQ
Pharmacy
Eye Pharmacy2.06 miles
5 Broad Street, Eye, Suffolk, IP23 7AF
The Co-Operative Pharmacy2.89 miles
11 Market Place, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4AB
Boots2.89 miles
9 Market Place, Diss, IP22 4AB
Hado Pharmacy2.96 miles
66 Mount Street, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4QQ
Botesdale Health Centre Pharmacy6.54 miles
Botesdale Health Centre, Back Hills,Botesdale, Diss, IP22 1DW
Boots6.90 miles
17 The Thoroughfare, Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 9AH
Mid-Suffolk Medical Supplies Ltd8.60 miles
The Pharmacy, 1 Little Back Lane, Debenham, Stowmarket, IP14 6RB
The Co-Operative Pharmacy10.06 miles
The Angel Site, The Street, Long Stratton, NR15 2XJ
East Harling Pharmacy11.53 miles
Memorial Green, East Harling, Norwich, Norfolk, NR16 2ND
Framlingham Pharmacy11.73 miles
32 Market Hill, Framlingham, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP13 9AY
Tesco Stores Limited12.87 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, Cedars Link Road, Stowmarket, IP14 5BE
Elmswell Pharmacy12.91 miles
Unit 1 Cattlepens, Station Road, Elmswell, IP30 9HD
Boots12.92 miles
Stowmarket Health Centre, Violet Hill Road, Stowmarket, IP14 1NL
Lloydspharmacy13.15 miles
7 Church Street, Attleborough, Norfolk, NR17 2AH
Boots13.16 miles
21 Ipswich Street, Stowmarket, IP14 1AH
Lloydspharmacy13.19 miles
The Guiltcross Club, Queens Square, Attleborough, NR17 2AF
Leisure
Park
THE PENNINGS, EYE2.09 miles
ROYDEN FEN3.62 miles
REDLINGFIELD4.43 miles
REDGRAVE & LOPHAM FEN6.62 miles
MARKET WESTON10.38 miles
HELMINGHAM HALL (Grade I Listed)12.12 miles
KETTLEBURGH12.42 miles
HEVENINGHAM HALL (Grade II* Listed)12.58 miles
KNETTISHALL HEATH12.71 miles
RAINTHORPE HALL (Grade II Listed)12.88 miles
FEN ALDER CARR13.25 miles
SMOCKMILL COMMON13.68 miles
EASTON FARM13.88 miles
BATH HILLS13.99 miles
CHURCH MEADOW14.00 miles
NEEDHAM LAKE14.25 miles
Shop
Groceries
Co-op Eye2.02 miles
Eye, IP23 7BD
Co-op Eye2.06 miles
Eye, IP23 7AF
Tesco Diss (Superstore)2.64 miles
Victoria Rd, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4JN
Premier Convenience Stores2.70 miles
44 Skelton Road, Diss Norfolk IP22 4PN
Morrisons Diss2.76 miles
Victoria Road, Diss, Norfolk, IP22 4XF
Dickleburgh Stores & Post Office3.48 miles
1 Rectory Road, Dickleburgh, Norwich Norfolk IP21 4NW
SPAR Stradbroke5.22 miles
Spar, Waterloo Road, Suffolk, IP21 5HT
Brockford Service Station6.47 miles
Norwich Road, Brockford Suffolk IP14 5PF
SPAR Harleston6.68 miles
Spar Store, Harleston Service Station 50 London Road, Norfolk, IP20 9BP
Costcutter Harleston6.76 miles
Carver Way, Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 9LT
Co-op Diss6.79 miles
Rickinghall, IP22 1DX
Co-op Harleston6.81 miles
Harleston, IP20 9BN
Co-op Harleston6.86 miles
Harleston, IP20 9AD
Budgens Harleston6.94 miles
Bullock Fair Close, Harleston, Norfolk, IP20 9AT
Mendlesham Bakery7.62 miles
42 Old Market Street, Mendlesham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 5SA
Co-op Stowmarket8.58 miles
Debenham, IP14 6RN
Transport
Airport
Norwich International Airport22.70 miles
Bus Stop
The Street (S)0.25 miles
Village Hall (E)0.25 miles
The Street (N)0.25 miles
Village Hall (W)0.26 miles
Crossroads (S)0.89 miles
Crossroads (N)0.90 miles
Upper Oakley (W)0.94 miles
Upper Oakley (E)0.95 miles
Billingford Turn (W)1.05 miles
Billingford Turn (E)1.06 miles
Fellows Close (W)1.14 miles
Fellows Close (E)1.14 miles
The Swan (SE)1.18 miles
Crossroads (E)1.18 miles
Crossroads (W)1.18 miles
Crossroads (S)1.19 miles
Ferry Port
Walberswick Ferry Landing21.52 miles
Southwold Ferry Landing21.53 miles
Reedham Ferry South21.84 miles
Reedham Ferry North21.85 miles
Bawdsey Ferry Landing26.69 miles
Felixstowe for Bawdsey Ferry Landing26.70 miles
Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing27.51 miles
Shotley Point Marina Ferry Landing27.51 miles
Harwich International Ferry Terminal28.01 miles
Harwich Harbour Ferry Landing28.20 miles
Felixstowe for Harwich Ferry Landing29.07 miles
Brightlingsea Ferry Landing38.02 miles
Point Clear Ferry Landing38.21 miles
Railway Station
Diss Rail Station2.31 miles
Eccles Road Rail Station11.64 miles
Attleborough Rail Station12.83 miles
Harling Road Rail Station12.83 miles
Stowmarket Rail Station12.94 miles
Elmswell Rail Station13.00 miles
Spooner Row Rail Station13.22 miles
Needham Market Rail Station14.29 miles
Halesworth Rail Station14.56 miles
Wymondham Rail Station15.05 miles
Darsham Rail Station16.20 miles
Thurston Rail Station16.38 miles
Brampton (Suffolk) Rail Station16.47 miles
Saxmundham Rail Station16.73 miles
Wickham Market Rail Station16.99 miles
Thetford Rail Station18.18 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (IP23 8A*)
Number of Properties in Catchment295
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)0
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)0
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
THE HOMESTEAD, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AE		£650,000
2023-12-19
detached
freehold
5, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AE		£300,000
2023-10-05
terraced
freehold
Sold 2020-05-07   £240,000
Sold 2005-09-02   £173,000
Sold 2001-06-15   £82,500
AMARA TAM, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AF		£635,000
2022-09-02
detached
freehold
Sold 2017-07-13   £478,000
PARK FARM BARN, BROME AVENUE

EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 7HW		£630,000
2021-02-17
detached
freehold
Sold 2002-12-16   £100,000
MUSTARD POT FARM, BROME AVENUE

EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 7HW		£350,000
2020-07-30
otherPropertyType
freehold
Sold 2009-10-02   £290,000
10, BROMELANDS
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AG		£205,000
2020-03-31
semidetached
freehold
2, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AE		£440,000
2019-09-19
detached
freehold
Sold 2007-10-05   £265,000
SPRINGWOOD, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AF		£510,000
2019-09-18
detached
freehold
Sold 2007-11-30   £385,000
Sold 2001-07-06   £220,000
81, BROME AVENUE

EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 7HW		£272,000
2019-04-29
detached
freehold
Sold 2015-08-27   £223,000
Sold 1998-04-09   £85,000
Sold 1996-09-26   £52,500
IVY HOUSE COTTAGE, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AD		£195,000
2016-10-21
semidetached
freehold
IVY HOUSE, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AD		£425,000
2016-10-21
detached
freehold
11, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AF		£162,000
2014-10-24
terraced
freehold
Sold 2002-11-28   £45,000
7, BROMELANDS
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AG		£168,000
2014-07-30
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2009-04-20   £132,500
Sold 2004-02-27   £112,000
10, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AF		£158,000
2013-01-31
terraced
freehold
Sold 2007-06-12   £172,000
OLD POST OFFICE, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AE		£310,000
2012-11-08
detached
freehold
8, BROMELANDS
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AG		£125,000
2012-06-01
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2003-05-23   £112,000
Sold 1996-08-23   £38,500
BEAVER COTTAGE, BROME AVENUE

EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 7HW		£290,000
2008-07-22
detached
freehold
MUSTARD POT HALL, BROME AVENUE
EYE
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 7HW		£500,000
2007-12-14
detached
freehold
4, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AE		£136,000
2007-10-12
terraced
freehold
12, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AF		£125,000
2002-10-04
terraced
freehold
AVENUE COTTAGE, BROME AVENUE
EYE
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 7HW		£214,000
2002-09-12
detached
freehold
3, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AE		£66,000
2001-08-14
semidetached
freehold
BRETTON, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AF		£67,500
1998-06-19
semidetached
freehold
Sold 1997-06-19   £60,000
BUCK LANE HOUSE, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AF		£187,500
1997-06-25
detached
freehold
GENISTA, THE STREET
BROME
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 8AF		£54,000
1997-05-22
semidetached
freehold
CONIFER COTTAGE, BROME AVENUE
EYE
EYE
SUFFOLK
IP23 7HW		£73,500
1995-02-17
semidetached
freehold
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