Mid Suffolk is a rural district located in the heart of Suffolk, in the East of England. It covers an area of approximately 870 square kilometres, featuring a mix of farmland, woodland, and small villages. The district is known for its quiet countryside, with the River Gipping running through its centre. Towns like Stowmarket and Needham Market serve as key hubs for local services and transport links.
The area has a strong agricultural heritage, with many farms producing crops and livestock. Mid Suffolk also includes parts of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering scenic walks and nature reserves. The district’s population is spread across numerous small communities, maintaining a close-knit, rural character. Its proximity to Ipswich provides access to larger urban amenities while retaining a quieter pace of life.
On average Mid Suffolk has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 39 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Mid Suffolk is £46,560 per year. There are 55 schools in Mid Suffolk: 46 primary (3 Outstanding and 29 Good) and 7 secondary (1 Outstanding and 4 Good).
Based on 1,512 recent sales, the median property price is £306,750 in Mid Suffolk area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,000 up to £1,750,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 702 | £412,250 |
| Flats | 60 | £140,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 442 | £273,275 |
| Terraced | 308 | £225,000 |
10 years price trend in Mid Suffolk
Bacton
Battisford & Ringshall
Blakenham
Bramford
Chilton
Claydon & Barham
Combs Ford
Debenham
Elmswell & Woolpit
Eye
Fressingfield
Gislingham
Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden
Hoxne & Worlingworth
Mendlesham
Needham Market
Onehouse
Palgrave
Rattlesden
Rickinghall
Stonham
Stow Thorney
St Peter's
Stradbroke & Laxfield
Thurston
Walsham-le-Willows
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.