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Palgrave

England / East of England / Mid Suffolk / Palgrave

About

Palgrave ward is located in Mid Suffolk, covering the village of Palgrave and its surrounding rural areas. The ward is characterised by open farmland, small woodlands, and quiet country lanes. Palgrave itself has a mix of historic buildings and modern housing, with a church, primary school, and local amenities serving the community.

The area is predominantly agricultural, with fields and farms shaping much of the landscape. Public footpaths and bridleways provide access to the countryside, making it popular for walking and cycling. The ward has a low population density, with a close-knit community focused on village events and local organisations. Transport links include nearby roads connecting to Diss and Stowmarket.

Area overview

On average Palgrave has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 30 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Palgrave is £46,043 per year. There are 1 schools in Palgrave: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
30
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
7.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Palgrave Population
2,911
Population density
72.3 per km²

Demographics

British
2,775
95.26%
Other White
48
1.65%
Irish
17
0.58%
Chinese
13
0.45%
White and Asian (mixed)
12
0.41%
Total population: 2,913

Housing

Owns outright
610
51.05%
Owns with a mortgage
347
29.04%
Private landlord or letting agency
93
7.78%
Social rents from council
81
6.78%
Other forms of private rent
35
2.93%
Total households: 1,195

Property prices in Palgrave

Based on 33 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Palgrave area, with individual transactions ranging from £91,000 up to £1,300,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£450,000
Semi-Detached10£275,000
Terraced2£178,000

10 years price trend in Palgrave

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.