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Elmswell & Woolpit

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About

Elmswell & Woolpit ward is located in Mid Suffolk, covering the villages of Elmswell and Woolpit along with surrounding rural areas. The ward is characterised by a mix of residential and agricultural land, with open fields and small woodlands. Elmswell has a railway station providing connections to Ipswich and Cambridge, while Woolpit is known for its historic high street and village green.

The area has local amenities including shops, schools, and community facilities serving both villages. Farming remains an important part of the local economy, with arable and livestock production in the surrounding countryside. The ward has seen some housing development in recent years, balancing growth with its rural character.

Area overview

On average Elmswell & Woolpit has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Elmswell & Woolpit is £47,312 per year. There are 2 schools in Elmswell & Woolpit: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
12.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Elmswell & Woolpit Population
6,537
Population density
403.8 per km²

Demographics

British
6,192
94.71%
Other White
146
2.23%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
29
0.44%
Irish
23
0.35%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
23
0.35%
Total population: 6,538

Housing

Owns outright
1,198
41.55%
Owns with a mortgage
939
32.57%
Other social rented
240
8.32%
Private landlord or letting agency
237
8.22%
Social rents from council
150
5.2%
Total households: 2,883

Property prices in Elmswell & Woolpit

Based on 130 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in Elmswell & Woolpit area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £750,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached72£415,000
Flats3£139,995
Semi-Detached23£278,750
Terraced32£228,500

10 years price trend in Elmswell & Woolpit

All postcodes in Elmswell & Woolpit

IP309TU

Hay Barn Meadow

IP309XP

Elmswell South, Haughley, Beyton & Felsham

IP309ZE

School Road
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Data Sources

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