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 27 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).
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Nova Scotia Lane
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Dux Street
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Nova Scotia Lane
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Brent Mill Drive
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Bear's Lane
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Hall Road
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Bridge Street Road
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Crowbrook Place
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Crowbrook Place
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Bullswood Lane
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Church Lane
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Corks Lane
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Brooksfield
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Barn Close
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Church Lane
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Meadow Close
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Clay Lane
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Market Lane
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Park Road
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Howe Lane
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Hitcham Road
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High Street
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Bury Road
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Highlands Road
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Hall Road
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Spring Close
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Meadow Close
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Artiss Close
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The Drive
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Browns Close
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Bury Road
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Bury Road
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Back Lane
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Church Lane
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Milden Road
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Deacon's Close
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Felsham Road
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Mackenzie Place
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Green Lane
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Back Lane
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High Street
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Hitcham Road
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Brettenham Road
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The Street
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Harwood Place
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Felsham Road
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Brooksfield
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Highlands Road
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Artiss Close
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High Street
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High Street
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Meadow Close
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Green Willows
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Deacon's Close
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Bildeston Road
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Bildeston Road
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Bird's Lane
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High Street
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Causeway Estate
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Balls Hill
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Back Lane
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Rectory Lane
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Harwood Place
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Cock Lane
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Long Meadow
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Old Hall Lane
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Back Lane
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Duke Street
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Brooks View
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Tankard Farm Close
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Hall Road
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Brettenham Road
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Chapel Hill
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Bury Road
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Highlands Road
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Church Lane
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Clay Hill
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Cundys Lane
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Lower Road
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High Street
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Bear's Lane
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High Street
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The Water Run
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Clay Lane
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Frogs Hall Road
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Tenter Piece
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Bildeston Road
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Beales Drive
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Roper's Court