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North West Cosford

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About

North West Cosford ward is located in the Babergh district of Suffolk, covering several rural villages including Bildeston, Whatfield, and Wattisham. The area is characterised by open countryside, farmland, and small settlements, with a mix of historic buildings and modern housing. Local amenities include village shops, pubs, and primary schools, serving the needs of residents. The ward benefits from good road links, including the A1141, connecting it to larger towns like Hadleigh and Stowmarket.

The landscape is predominantly agricultural, with fields and woodlands shaping the surroundings. Wattisham Airfield, a notable feature, contributes to the area’s employment and infrastructure. Community events and parish councils play a key role in maintaining local engagement. Public transport options are limited, reflecting the ward’s rural nature. The area offers a quiet, residential lifestyle while remaining within reach of urban centres for work and services.

Area overview

On average North West Cosford has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in North West Cosford is £45,500 per year. There are 4 schools in North West Cosford: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
31
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
9.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

North West Cosford Population
2,686
Population density
49.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,564
95.35%
Other White
54
2.01%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
15
0.56%
Irish
11
0.41%
Other
7
0.26%
Total population: 2,689

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
518
44.31%
Owns with a mortgage
309
26.43%
Private landlord or letting agency
121
10.35%
Social rents from council
95
8.13%
Other social rented
71
6.07%
Total households: 1,169

Property prices in North West Cosford

Based on 20 recent sales, the median property price is £372,500 in North West Cosford area, with individual transactions ranging from £170,000 up to £1,385,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for North West Cosford 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 North West Cosford over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£420,000
Flats1£1,385,000
Semi-Detached5£280,000
Terraced3£245,000

10 years median price trend in North West Cosford

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in North West Cosford.

Data Sources

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