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Glemsford & Lawshall

About

Glemsford and Lawshall are rural villages located in the Babergh district of Suffolk. Glemsford lies along the River Glem, with historic buildings like St Mary’s Church and remnants of its medieval wool trade. Lawshall is a smaller settlement surrounded by farmland, featuring traditional timber-framed houses and St Nicholas Church. Both areas are connected by winding country roads, with a mix of arable fields and woodland.

The landscape is characterised by gentle rolling hills and quiet lanes, typical of Suffolk’s countryside. Local amenities include village halls, primary schools, and pubs, serving tight-knit communities. The area is within easy reach of larger towns like Sudbury and Bury St Edmunds, offering a balance of rural living and accessibility. Walking trails and bridleways provide opportunities to explore the surrounding countryside.

Area overview

On average Glemsford & Lawshall has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 29 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Glemsford & Lawshall is £43,900 per year. There are 3 schools in Glemsford & Lawshall: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Glemsford & Lawshall Population

6,159

Population density

112.3 per km²

Demographics

British

5,907

95.91%

Other White

106

1.72%

Irish

0.45%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.36%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.29%

Total population: 6,159

Housing

Owns outright

1,211

45.8%

Owns with a mortgage

789

29.84%

Private landlord or letting agency

312

11.8%

Social rents from council

154

5.82%

Other social rented

104

3.93%

Total households: 2,644

Property prices in Glemsford & Lawshall

Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Glemsford & Lawshall area, with individual transactions ranging from £185,000 up to £900,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Glemsford & Lawshall over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	36	£422,500	£293,750	£337,250	£554,375	£838,750
Flats	1	£185,000	£185,000	£185,000	£185,000	£185,000
Semi-Detached	20	£290,000	£243,250	£259,375	£325,000	£384,000
Terraced	15	£225,000	£195,500	£215,000	£262,500	£337,975

10 years median price trend in Glemsford & Lawshall

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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