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About

Lavenham ward encompasses the historic village of Lavenham and its surrounding rural parish in the Babergh district. The area is defined by its well-preserved medieval core, featuring over 300 timber-framed buildings from the Tudor period. The local economy has transitioned from its historical wealth in the wool trade to a focus on tourism, small independent shops, and hospitality. The settlement pattern is compact, with the village surrounded by open agricultural land.

The landscape consists of gently rolling fields and country lanes typical of south Suffolk. A notable feature is the distinct, slightly crooked profile of the Guildhall of Corpus Christi, a prominent timber-framed structure in the market square. Community life centres around local schools, churches, and village events. The ward's boundaries include the outlying hamlets and farms that contribute to its predominantly rural character.

Area overview

On average Lavenham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lavenham is £55,876 per year. There are 3 schools in Lavenham: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Lavenham is home to around 5,254 people, with a population density of about 112.3 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
57
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
11.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lavenham Population
5,254
Population density
112.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
33.12(+5%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.66(+5%)
Public order
5.33(+4%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.14(-56%)
Other theft
4(-27%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,005
95.22%
Other White
119
2.26%
Irish
21
0.4%
White and Asian (mixed)
19
0.36%
White and Black African (mixed)
19
0.36%
Total population: 5,256

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,438
31.75%
No qualifications
821
18.13%
Level 3 (A level)
715
15.79%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
649
14.33%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
500
11.04%
Total 16+ residents: 4,529

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,176
48.62%
Owns with a mortgage
562
23.23%
Social rents from council
252
10.42%
Private landlord or letting agency
208
8.6%
Other social rented
145
5.99%
Total households: 2,419

Property prices in Lavenham

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Lavenham area, with individual transactions ranging from £117,500 up to £2,425,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lavenham 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 Lavenham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached47£475,000
Flats3£170,000
Semi-Detached23£319,000
Terraced20£290,000

10 years median price trend in Lavenham

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

All postcodes in Lavenham

CO109QL

Lower Road

CO100RJ

Overing Avenue

CO102YR

Church Field Road

IP300HL

Green Lane

CO100SG

The Street

CO100UB

Chapel Close

CO100SQ

The Street

CO103DX

Church Field Road

CO102DZ

Churchfield Road

CO100XP

Aubrey Drive

CO109SZ

Gurling Close

CO100HW

Roman Lane

CO103DE

Church Field Road

CO109PZ

High Street

IP300HG

Colchester Green

IP300JD

Earls Hall Road

CO101PZ

Spire Chase

CO109SS

Osier View

CO100SB

Green Acre

CO109FL

Whitegates

CO109TQ

Long Meadow

CO109RA

Lady Street

IP300HZ

Crowbrook Place

IP300JR

Bury Road

CO102GT

Church Field Road

CO109SH

Bridge Street Road

IP300JZ

Mortimer Road

CO103FG

Lavenham

CO100GD

Bramley Close

CO103EL

Church Field Road

CO100GA

Greensleeves Road

CO109SG

Harwood Place

CO100RZ

Brook Cottages

IP300BE

Felsham Road

CO100SZ

Spartan Close

CO109LS

Hill Green

CO109FR

Harwood Place

CO109RU

Meadow Close

CO100WP

Nether Hall Close

CO109SQ

Quilter Road

CO109QZ

Market Place

CO100RX

Folly Road

IP300JQ

Smithwood Green

CO109SB

Sudbury Road

CO100TB

Humble Green

IP300BY

Lavenham Road

IP300HY

Mackenzie Place

CO109FP

Highfield Close

IP300HT

Howe Lane

IP300JA

Willow Bridge

CO100TU

Heathway

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.