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Capel St Mary

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About

Capel St Mary ward is a predominantly residential area within Babergh district. It centres around the village of the same name, which has expanded significantly in recent decades with modern housing developments. The ward's landscape is characterised by a mix of these newer estates and older properties, set within the gentle, rolling countryside of south Suffolk. Local amenities are focused along the main thoroughfare, serving the community's daily needs.

The area is functionally connected to the larger town of Ipswich, with many residents commuting for work. A notable local feature is the historic St Mary's Church, which dates to the 14th century and sits at the village's heart. Surrounding farmland and small woodlands provide a rural counterpoint to the residential growth. The ward's structure reflects its evolution from a smaller agricultural village into a commuter settlement.

Area overview

On average Capel St Mary has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 22 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Capel St Mary is £63,818 per year. There are 1 schools in Capel St Mary: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Capel St Mary is home to around 3,107 people, with a population density of about 398.9 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
22
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
4.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Capel St Mary Population
3,107
Population density
398.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
10.62(-66%)
Other theft
3.86(-31%)
Anti-social behaviour
3.22(-72%)
Public order
1.61(-69%)
Vehicle crime
1.29(-72%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,986
96.04%
Other White
36
1.16%
Indian
14
0.45%
Irish
14
0.45%
White and Black African (mixed)
10
0.32%
Total population: 3,109

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
895
34.48%
Level 3 (A level)
477
18.37%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
391
15.06%
No qualifications
365
14.06%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
254
9.78%
Total 16+ residents: 2,596

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
704
53.09%
Owns with a mortgage
438
33.03%
Private landlord or letting agency
63
4.75%
Other social rented
41
3.09%
Social rents from council
31
2.34%
Total households: 1,326

Property prices in Capel St Mary

Based on 29 recent sales, the median property price is £380,000 in Capel St Mary area, with individual transactions ranging from £260,000 up to £710,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Capel St Mary in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Capel St Mary over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£442,500
Semi-Detached8£313,750
Terraced5£315,000

10 years median price trend in Capel St Mary

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Capel St Mary.

All postcodes in Capel St Mary

IP92HW

Bushey Close

IP92JG

Mill Close

IP92EA

The Old Street

IP92LH

Thorney Road

IP92XP

Two Acres

IP92ER

Vine Walk

IP92JJ

London Road

IP92LE

Days Road

IP92XS

Friars

IP92HA

Red Sleeve

IP92YE

Snowdrop Drive

IP92HS

Elm Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.