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Carlford & Fynn Valley

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About

Carlford & Fynn Valley is a rural ward in East Suffolk, covering several villages including Witnesham, Tuddenham St Martin, and Westerfield. The area is characterised by open farmland, woodland, and the River Fynn, which runs through the valley. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with mixed farming and arable land dominating the landscape. The ward is located just north of Ipswich, providing easy access to urban amenities while maintaining a quiet, countryside atmosphere.

The ward includes historic features such as Tuddenham Mill and the remains of Witnesham’s medieval moated site. Public footpaths and bridleways crisscross the area, offering walking and cycling routes through the Fynn Valley. The community is served by local schools, village halls, and pubs, with regular bus links to Ipswich. Housing consists mainly of detached and semi-detached homes, with some older cottages and newer developments. The ward’s proximity to Ipswich makes it a popular choice for commuters seeking a rural lifestyle.

Area overview

On average Carlford & Fynn Valley has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 26 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Carlford & Fynn Valley is £50,073 per year. There are 5 schools in Carlford & Fynn Valley: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
26
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
8.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Carlford & Fynn Valley Population
8,358
Population density
86.8 per km²

Demographics

British
7,922
94.74%
Other White
162
1.94%
White and Asian (mixed)
45
0.54%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
37
0.44%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
35
0.42%
Total population: 8,362

Housing

Owns outright
1,805
51.22%
Owns with a mortgage
1,035
29.37%
Other social rented
294
8.34%
Private landlord or letting agency
268
7.6%
Other forms of private rent
66
1.87%
Total households: 3,524

Property prices in Carlford & Fynn Valley

Based on 129 recent sales, the median property price is £400,000 in Carlford & Fynn Valley area, with individual transactions ranging from £135,000 up to £2,300,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached65£550,000
Semi-Detached47£300,000
Terraced17£275,000

10 years price trend in Carlford & Fynn Valley

All postcodes in Carlford & Fynn Valley

IP69FE

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP130LN

Pound Lane

IP136AW

Woodbridge Road

IP136JN

Hasketon Road

IP136PE

Grundisburgh Road

IP136TR

Grundisburgh Road

IP45RB

Bent Lane

IP45RD

Meadowside Gardens

IP51DF

Playford Lane

IP51DN

Holly Lane

IP51DX

Seven Cottages Lane

IP69DW

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP130LL

Pound Hill

IP136BH

Scott's Lane

IP136FA

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP136LW

Sandy Lane

IP136SH

Birds Hill

IP136SP

Drab's Lane

IP136US

Falgate Way

IP69HU

Rose Hill

IP51ED

Chestnut Close

IP52PE

Hall Road

IP69AE

Westerfield Road

IP69EB

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP130JP

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP130LG

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP136HA

Church Road

IP136LX

Main Road

IP136QT

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP136RH

Hill Farm Road

IP136RN

Gull Lane

IP136ST

Boulge Road

IP136TT

Meeting Lane

IP136UD

Woodbridge Road

IP137PT

Ipswich Road

IP136UP

Post Mill Close

IP136XJ

Alice Driver Road

IP45RA

Woodbridge Road

IP69AR

Lower Road

IP69HB

Giles Way

IP69JF

Helmingham Road

IP69NX

Chapel Road

IP136BJ

Scott's Lane

IP136AY

The Street

IP136FH

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP136SG

Church Lane

IP136UW

Chapel Lane

IP136XD

Red Barn Piece

IP137PZ

Chapel Lane

IP69PD

Hall Lane

IP69DY

Brook Lane

IP69HS

Struggler's Lane

IP136NS

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP130LT

Highgate Lane

IP136BQ

Caters Road

IP136BX

Coakers Lane

IP136HS

Shrubbery Road

IP136HZ

Blacksmiths Road

IP136RF

Cranworth Close

IP136TF

Rose Hill

IP136TJ

Ipswich Road

IP136UG

Grundisburgh Road

IP137PL

Framlingham & Hacheston

IP51DP

Westerfield, Grundisburgh & Bredfield

IP69ER

Upper Street

IP69FW

Wash Lane

IP69HP

Mill Lane

IP69LP

High Road

IP69LW

High Road

IP69NT

Chapel Road
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Data Sources

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