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Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden

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About

Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden ward encompasses a largely rural area of north Mid Suffolk, characterised by arable farmland, small woodlands, and scattered settlements. The ward is centred around the three main villages from which it takes its name, each with its own distinct character. Haughley is notable for its historic green and the remains of a Norman motte-and-bailey castle, while Stowupland has expanded significantly as a residential community. The landscape is gently rolling, typical of high Suffolk, with fields delineated by hedgerows.

The area is connected by a network of minor roads, with the A14 trunk road forming a significant boundary to the south. Agriculture remains a visible part of the local economy. A specific local feature is the presence of the former Haughley Park estate grounds, which have influenced the surrounding parkland scenery. Community life is focused on village halls, churches, and primary schools, serving populations that range from the more populous Stowupland to the smaller, quieter parish of Wetherden.

Area overview

On average Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 45 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden is £56,180 per year. There are 4 schools in Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden is home to around 5,763 people, with a population density of about 135.2 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
45
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
12.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden Population
5,763
Population density
135.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
21.52(-31%)
Other theft
6.25(+12%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.73(-11%)
Anti-social behaviour
3.47(-70%)
Burglary
3.12(+12%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,514
95.75%
Other White
113
1.96%
Irish
22
0.38%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
16
0.28%
White and Asian (mixed)
16
0.28%
Total population: 5,759

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,355
27.93%
No qualifications
963
19.85%
Level 3 (A level)
843
17.37%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
682
14.06%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
547
11.27%
Total 16+ residents: 4,852

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,109
42.95%
Owns with a mortgage
727
28.16%
Social rents from council
278
10.77%
Other social rented
180
6.97%
Private landlord or letting agency
166
6.43%
Total households: 2,582

Property prices in Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden

Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £299,995 in Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,000 up to £1,300,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden 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 Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached48£397,998
Flats8£89,500
Semi-Detached26£250,000
Terraced7£277,500

10 years median price trend in Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden.

All postcodes in Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden

IP144AA

Newton Road

IP144QD

Brown Street

IP144AZ

Gipping Road

IP143JT

Park View

IP143RH

Fir Tree Lane

IP144AQ

Thorney Green

IP144JS

Knights Close

IP143PS

Hailes Meadow

IP144FL

Post Drive

IP144HD

Elm Tree Close

IP144UR

Barley Close

IP143NU

Church View

IP144DF

Maple Road

IP144DR

Sycamore Road

IP144FE

Chamomile Close

IP144FS

Crown Meadow

IP143QX

Plashwood Road

IP143RR

Green Road

IP143SH

Faiers Close

IP144DB

Broomspath Road

IP144EL

Pond Farm Bungalows

IP143NB

Upper Town

IP143NP

Finningham Road

IP144BH

Church Road

IP144BQ

Church Road

IP144DT

Oxlip Way

IP144HE

Silver Street

IP143LU

The Street

IP143PB

Windgap Lane

IP143PU

Mill Fields

IP143NE

Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden

IP143QN

Dagworth Lane

IP144EU

Finningham Road

IP144JP

Falconer Avenue

IP144DZ

Walnut Tree Close

IP143LR

Base Green Road

IP144AB

Thorney Green Road

IP144NP

Haugh Lane

IP143FD

Adams Close

IP143JY

Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden

IP144AS

Trinity Walk

IP144FN

Holme Close

IP145BJ

Mill Street

IP143QT

Duke Street

IP144EW

Cornflower Close

IP143SF

Taske Close

IP144DX

Marshalls Meadow

IP143NZ

St Marys Avenue

IP144DE

Stowmarket Road

IP144AT

Columbyne Hall Cottages

IP144BS

Jubilee Crescent

Data Sources

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