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Haverhill South

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About

Haverhill South is a residential ward situated on the southern side of the expanding town of Haverhill. The area is primarily composed of housing estates built from the late 20th century onwards, featuring a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It contains several local amenities including primary schools, convenience stores, and community facilities to serve its population. The ward is bordered by open countryside to the south, providing a clear edge to the urban area.

A significant feature is the Chalkstone Community Centre, a hub for local groups and events. The layout includes numerous cul-de-sacs and green spaces like the King's Meadow recreation ground. The A1307 road forms a major transport route along its northern boundary, connecting to Cambridge. Residential development continues, with newer estates extending towards the southern limits near the historic hamlet of Little Wratting.

Area overview

On average Haverhill South has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 127 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 38.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Haverhill South is £54,758 per year. There are 4 schools in Haverhill South: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Haverhill South is home to around 6,457 people, with a population density of about 1,682.9 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
127
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
38.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Haverhill South Population
6,457
Population density
1,682.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
70.78(+128%)
Criminal damage and arson
15.02(+134%)
Public order
12.7(+144%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.76(-15%)
Other theft
9.29(+67%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,271
81.61%
Other White
683
10.57%
Other Asian
58
0.9%
Indian
57
0.88%
Other
55
0.85%
Total population: 6,459

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,318
26.6%
Level 4 qualifications or above
838
16.92%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
833
16.81%
Level 3 (A level)
769
15.52%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
724
14.61%
Total 16+ residents: 4,954

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
613
23.61%
Owns outright
554
21.34%
Social rents from council
515
19.84%
Other social rented
497
19.14%
Private landlord or letting agency
356
13.71%
Total households: 2,596

Property prices in Haverhill South

Based on 60 recent sales, the median property price is £222,000 in Haverhill South area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £360,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Haverhill South 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 Haverhill South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£340,000
Flats2£151,000
Semi-Detached15£230,000
Terraced40£216,250

10 years median price trend in Haverhill South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Haverhill South.

Data Sources

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