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England / East of England

About

The East of England is a region in eastern England, covering counties such as Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, and Bedfordshire. It borders the North Sea to the east and Greater London to the south. The area is known for its flat landscapes, including the Fens, a low-lying wetland, and the Norfolk Broads, a network of rivers and lakes. Major cities include Cambridge, known for its university, and Norwich, a historic cathedral city.

The region has a mix of rural and urban areas, with agriculture playing a significant role in its economy. Key industries include technology, particularly around Cambridge, and ports like Felixstowe, one of the UK's busiest container terminals. The East of England also has coastal towns such as Southend-on-Sea and Great Yarmouth, which attract visitors. Transport links include the A1 and M11 motorways, as well as rail connections to London. The area has a varied history, with Roman settlements and medieval landmarks like Ely Cathedral.

Area Profile

East of England Population
6,335,074
Population density
331.4 per km²

Demographics

British
4,972,149
78.49%
Other White
429,599
6.78%
Indian
136,974
2.16%
African
118,731
1.87%
Pakistani
99,452
1.57%
Total population: 6,335,068

Housing

Owns outright
910,112
34.62%
Owns with a mortgage
804,516
30.6%
Private landlord or letting agency
423,155
16.1%
Other social rented
220,536
8.39%
Social rents from council
186,616
7.1%
Total households: 2,628,782

Property prices in East of England

Based on 77,043 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in East of England area, with individual transactions ranging from £20,000 up to £15,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached24,264£465,000
Flats10,624£210,000
Semi-Detached22,387£345,000
Terraced19,768£306,000

10 years price trend in East of England

Data Sources

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