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Abbeygate

England / East of England / West Suffolk / Abbeygate

About

Abbeygate ward is located in the town of Bury St Edmunds, within the West Suffolk district. The area includes residential neighborhoods, local shops, and green spaces like the Abbey Gardens. It is known for its proximity to historic landmarks such as the ruins of Bury St Edmunds Abbey. The ward has a mix of housing types, from older properties to newer developments.

Transport links in Abbeygate include bus routes connecting to other parts of Bury St Edmunds and nearby towns. The ward is within walking distance of the town center, which offers supermarkets, cafes, and leisure facilities. Schools and healthcare services are accessible for residents. The area maintains a balance between urban convenience and quieter residential streets.

Area overview

On average Abbeygate has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 185 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Abbeygate is £46,380 per year. There are 3 schools in Abbeygate: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
185
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
18.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Abbeygate Population
4,678
Population density
2,754.2 per km²

Demographics

British
3,629
77.48%
Other White
503
10.74%
Other Asian
105
2.24%
Other
94
2.01%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
66
1.41%
Total population: 4,684

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
923
34.84%
Owns outright
741
27.97%
Other social rented
409
15.44%
Owns with a mortgage
407
15.36%
Social rents from council
91
3.44%
Total households: 2,649

Property prices in Abbeygate

Based on 91 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Abbeygate area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £1,900,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£415,000
Flats13£190,000
Semi-Detached8£332,500
Terraced58£305,000

10 years price trend in Abbeygate

All postcodes in Abbeygate

IP333DH

Robert Boby Way

IP333NJ

Castle Road

IP331RT

Crown Street

IP331NP

College Lane

IP332FD

Maynewater Lane

IP332QG

Grindle Gardens

IP333FF

Auction Street

IP333GL

Risbygate Street

IP331QZ

Bury St Edmunds Central

IP332AB

Coppers Close

IP332ED

Raingate Street

IP332BE

St Botolph's Lane

IP333FQ

Nelson Road
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.