The Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham area in Babergh is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture, particularly in Lavenham, which features timber-framed buildings and a historic market square. The area has strong ties to the wool trade, with many structures dating back to its prosperous 15th and 16th centuries. Surrounding villages like Bildeston and Brettenham offer quieter rural settings, with traditional cottages and farmland.
The landscape is characterised by gently rolling countryside, with fields, hedgerows, and small woodlands. Local amenities include independent shops, pubs, and tea rooms, often housed in historic buildings. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with routes connecting the villages and passing through scenic farmland. Community events, such as farmers' markets and heritage festivals, reflect the area's long-standing traditions.
On average Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 29 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham is £45,500 per year. There are 6 schools in Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £410,000 in Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham area, with individual transactions ranging from £160,000 up to £1,175,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 44 | £495,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 17 | £280,000 |
| Terraced | 13 | £300,000 |
10 years price trend in Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
CO109PE
Brent Eleigh Road
CO109QE
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300NQ
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300NX
Darkings Lane
IP300NZ
Green Road
IP77EW
Duke Street
IP77HU
Crowcroft Road
IP77JR
Fen Lane
IP77QJ
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
CO109FP
Bury Road
CO109GQ
The Street
CO109LS
Bury Road
CO109PF
Brent Eleigh Road
CO109QJ
Lower Road
CO109QP
Spring Close
CO109RJ
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
CO109SB
Whitegates
CO109SQ
Harwood Place
CO109SZ
Harwood Place
IP300HA
Howe Lane
IP77BG
Manor Road
IP77JP
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP77JS
Clayhill Lane
CO109NR
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
CO109TZ
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300LJ
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP77ET
Newberry Road
CO109NW
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
CO109PJ
Butfield
CO109RX
Bear's Lane
CO109SG
Harwood Place
IP300JB
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300PH
Bury Road
IP77LU
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
CO109PZ
High Street
CO109RA
Lady Street
CO109RH
Shilling Street
CO109RL
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
CO109UL
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300HZ
Crowbrook Place
IP300JW
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP77EA
High Street
IP77EE
Church Farm
IP77NA
The Causeway
IP77NX
The Causeway
IP77SA
Church Road
CO109LP
Bury Road
CO109PP
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300DD
Chapel Road
IP300AT
Bury Road
IP300LY
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300NH
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300NS
Bury Road
IP77LP
The Water Run
IP77NY
Brettenham Road
IP77PD
Brettenham Road
IP77PF
Bury Road
CO109RW
Water Street
CO109SF
Artesian Close
IP300HT
Howe Lane
IP300AF
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300PA
Green Road
IP77EZ
Chamberlin Close
IP77JH
Church Field
IP77JT
Bildeston Road
IP77NG
Causeway Estate
IP77TG
High Street
CO109GN
Bury Road
IP300HE
Chapel Road
IP300JG
Gallow Lane
IP300JQ
Gallow Lane
IP77JB
The Street
IP77LB
Hitcham Road
IP77LX
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP77QF
Highlands Road
CO109SE
Harwood Place
IP77LT
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP300BW
Brett Rise
IP300HJ
Bury Road
IP300HQ
Chapel Road
IP77BB
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP77DY
High Street
IP77GB
Back Lane
IP77NL
Clayhill Lane
IP77PB
Bugg's Lane
IP77PR
Bury Road
IP77SB
Church Road
CO109LY
Rookwood Lane
IP300BN
Mackenzie Place
IP300NR
Bury Road
IP77NW
Balls Hill
IP77EN
High Street
IP77JJ
Church Field
IP77LL
Lavenham, Bildeston & Brettenham
IP77NU
Brettenham Road
IP77PY
Balls Hill
CO109FA
Old Station Close
CO109LX
Rookwood Lane
CO109ND
Rookwood Lane
CO109RN
Barn Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.