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Bardwell

England / East of England / West Suffolk / Bardwell

About

Bardwell ward is located in the northern part of West Suffolk, covering the village of Bardwell and its surrounding rural area. The ward is characterised by open farmland, small woodlands, and quiet country lanes, typical of the Suffolk countryside. Bardwell itself is a small village with a mix of historic cottages and modern housing, centred around a village green and a medieval church.

The area is primarily agricultural, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. Community facilities include a primary school, village hall, and a pub, serving as focal points for residents. The ward’s rural setting offers a quiet lifestyle, with easy access to nearby towns like Bury St Edmunds for amenities and transport links. The surrounding landscape provides opportunities for walking and cycling, with paths connecting to the wider Suffolk countryside.

Area overview

On average Bardwell has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 33 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bardwell is £46,850 per year. There are 3 schools in Bardwell: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
33
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
10.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bardwell Population
2,644
Population density
34.9 per km²

Demographics

British
2,455
92.85%
Other White
61
2.31%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
52
1.97%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
16
0.61%
White and Asian (mixed)
15
0.57%
Total population: 2,644

Housing

Owns outright
418
36.51%
Owns with a mortgage
377
32.93%
Private landlord or letting agency
153
13.36%
Other social rented
96
8.38%
Other forms of private rent
50
4.37%
Total households: 1,145

Property prices in Bardwell

Based on 23 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Bardwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £735,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£443,066
Semi-Detached8£281,500
Terraced5£177,000

10 years price trend in Bardwell

All postcodes in Bardwell

IP242NR

Tedder Close

IP242QY

Broom Hill Lane

IP242SJ

Duke's Ride

IP311AN

Church Road

IP311SA

Hilly Close

IP311AE

Skinners Lane

IP311DN

Paddock Farm

IP311DP

Norwich Lane

IP311DW

Swan Lane

IP242QP

Thetford Road

IP311RR

Bardwell Road

IP311AP

Bardwell Road

IP311QZ

Fakenham Hill

IP311RZ

Bardwell Road
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Data Sources

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