Built-up area in East Suffolk, Suffolk, England
| Coordinates: | 52.141, 1.218 |
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| OS grid ref: | TM 20 54 |
| Population: | 676 |
| Dialling code: | 01473 (Ipswich) |
Otley Bottom is a small, quietly rural hollow just outside the village of Otley in the district of East Suffolk, Suffolk, England. It sits amid rolling arable fields and pockets of mixed woodland, with narrow lanes and footpaths that make it a pleasant spot for walkers and cyclists seeking the unspoilt countryside typical of the county.
Historically the area has been shaped by agriculture, and that farming heritage is still evident in surviving timber‑framed and flint cottages and working farmsteads. Economically many residents are involved in farming or commute to nearby towns, while socially life tends to revolve around the village amenities in Otley - the church, village hall and occasional community events - with the wider appeal of the Suffolk coast and local market towns a short drive away.