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Leiston & Aldeburgh

About

Leiston & Aldeburgh are coastal towns in East Suffolk, known for their connection to the arts and natural landscapes. Leiston sits inland, with historic ties to industry and the nearby Sizewell nuclear power stations. Aldeburgh, on the North Sea coast, is famous for its shingle beach and cultural heritage, including the annual Aldeburgh Festival of music. The area is framed by the Suffolk Coast & Heaths AONB, offering marshes, heathland, and wildlife reserves.

Between the two towns lies Thorpeness, a planned village with a boating lake and whimsical architecture. The River Alde runs nearby, creating a haven for birdwatching and sailing. The landscape is largely rural, with farmland and coastal paths linking the settlements. Snape Maltings, a former industrial site turned arts venue, hosts concerts and markets, adding to the area's cultural appeal.

Area overview

On average Leiston & Aldeburgh has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leiston & Aldeburgh is £38,500 per year. There are 5 schools in Leiston & Aldeburgh: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Leiston & Aldeburgh Population

8,106

Population density

232.3 per km²

Demographics

British

7,488

92.39%

Other White

290

3.58%

Chinese

0.49%

Irish

0.48%

Other

0.47%

Total population: 8,105

Housing

Owns outright

1,800

45.65%

Owns with a mortgage

676

17.14%

Private landlord or letting agency

633

16.05%

Other social rented

606

15.37%

Other forms of private rent

113

2.87%

Total households: 3,943

Property prices in Leiston & Aldeburgh

Based on 133 recent sales, the median property price is £302,000 in Leiston & Aldeburgh area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,550 up to £3,250,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Leiston & Aldeburgh over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	42	£550,000	£300,350	£360,000	£752,500	£1,212,500
Flats	12	£160,000	£94,398	£130,313	£333,750	£389,000
Semi-Detached	37	£265,000	£180,000	£217,000	£350,000	£666,000
Terraced	42	£235,000	£148,100	£175,000	£313,250	£1,130,650

10 years median price trend in Leiston & Aldeburgh

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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