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Copdock & Washbrook

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About

Copdock & Washbrook ward comprises two distinct villages situated in the Suffolk countryside, just south of Ipswich. The area is primarily residential, with housing developments interspersed among older properties and surrounding farmland. The River Belstead Brook flows through the landscape, contributing to the rural character. Local amenities include a primary school, village halls, and a community shop, serving the needs of residents within this essentially parish-based setting.

The ward's geography is defined by the A12 and A14 road corridors, which border it and provide major transport links. This creates a contrast between the quiet village lanes and the constant background hum of traffic. A notable local landmark is the medieval St. Mary's Church in Washbrook, with its distinctive round tower. The area maintains several public footpaths that connect the settlements and traverse the working arable fields, emphasizing its agricultural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Copdock & Washbrook has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Copdock & Washbrook is £59,493 per year. There are 3 schools in Copdock & Washbrook: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Copdock & Washbrook is home to around 3,226 people, with a population density of about 70.1 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
60
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
7.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Copdock & Washbrook Population
3,226
Population density
70.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
23.56(-24%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.37(+31%)
Vehicle crime
6.82(+50%)
Other theft
6.2(+12%)
Burglary
5.58(+101%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,023
93.77%
Other White
77
2.39%
White and Black African (mixed)
22
0.68%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
20
0.62%
Irish
15
0.47%
Total population: 3,224

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
907
32.97%
Level 3 (A level)
487
17.7%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
430
15.63%
No qualifications
382
13.89%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
293
10.65%
Total 16+ residents: 2,751

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
648
47.58%
Owns with a mortgage
425
31.2%
Private landlord or letting agency
112
8.22%
Social rents from council
111
8.15%
Other social rented
30
2.2%
Total households: 1,362

Property prices in Copdock & Washbrook

Based on 32 recent sales, the median property price is £360,000 in Copdock & Washbrook area, with individual transactions ranging from £205,000 up to £1,080,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Copdock & Washbrook 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 Copdock & Washbrook over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached16£548,500
Semi-Detached9£325,000
Terraced7£340,000

10 years median price trend in Copdock & Washbrook

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Copdock & Washbrook.

Data Sources

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