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Kessingland

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About

Kessingland ward is located in East Suffolk, covering the coastal village of Kessingland and its surrounding areas. The ward stretches along the Suffolk coast, with the North Sea to the east and rural landscapes to the west. It includes part of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a mix of beaches, heathland, and wildlife habitats.

The village itself has a mix of residential areas, local amenities, and holiday parks catering to visitors. The ward is home to Africa Alive, a popular wildlife park, and is close to the Benacre National Nature Reserve. Transport links include the A12, connecting Kessingland to nearby towns like Lowestoft and Southwold. The area has a mix of older properties and newer developments, reflecting its growth as both a residential and tourist destination.

Area overview

On average Kessingland has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kessingland is £36,000 per year. There are 1 schools in Kessingland: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
61
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
13.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kessingland Population
4,242
Population density
571.4 per km²

Demographics

British
4,053
95.52%
Other White
66
1.56%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
21
0.49%
Irish
16
0.38%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
12
0.28%
Total population: 4,243

Housing

Owns outright
1,000
48.61%
Owns with a mortgage
459
22.31%
Private landlord or letting agency
225
10.94%
Other social rented
162
7.88%
Social rents from council
157
7.63%
Total households: 2,057

Property prices in Kessingland

Based on 64 recent sales, the median property price is £206,500 in Kessingland area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £515,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£282,500
Flats3£100,000
Semi-Detached14£232,500
Terraced35£185,000

10 years price trend in Kessingland

All postcodes in Kessingland

NR337UQ

Dowson Drive

NR337NU

North Cliff

NR337PS

Clare Road

NR337RT

Marsh Lane

NR337RU

Church Road

NR337RZ

Belvedere Drive

NR337RG

Green Lane

NR337SX

Sanctuary Close
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Data Sources

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