Area360 logo

Find postcode

Saxmundham & Coldfair Green

Interactive map displaying Saxmundham & Coldfair Green

About

Saxmundham is a small market town in East Suffolk, known for its historic center and convenient location near the Suffolk Coast. The town features a mix of independent shops, cafes, and local services, centered around the High Street. Saxmundham Railway Station provides direct links to Ipswich and Lowestoft, making it a practical base for commuters. The nearby River Fromus adds a quiet rural charm, with walking paths along its banks.

Coldfair Green, just north of Saxmundham, is a smaller settlement with a more rural character. The area is surrounded by farmland and open fields, with a handful of cottages and farmhouses. It retains a quiet, countryside feel while being close to Saxmundham’s amenities. The nearby Rendlesham Forest offers outdoor recreation, including walking and cycling trails. Together, Saxmundham and Coldfair Green provide a balance of small-town convenience and peaceful countryside living.

Area overview

On average Saxmundham & Coldfair Green has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Saxmundham & Coldfair Green is £40,500 per year. There are 6 schools in Saxmundham & Coldfair Green: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
51
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
12.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Saxmundham & Coldfair Green Population
9,699
Population density
126.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,183
94.68%
Other White
230
2.37%
Irish
36
0.37%
White and Asian (mixed)
35
0.36%
Other Asian
31
0.32%
Total population: 9,699

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,997
44.89%
Owns with a mortgage
930
20.9%
Other social rented
718
16.14%
Private landlord or letting agency
544
12.23%
Social rents from council
136
3.06%
Total households: 4,449

Property prices in Saxmundham & Coldfair Green

Based on 122 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Saxmundham & Coldfair Green area, with individual transactions ranging from £122,000 up to £875,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Saxmundham & Coldfair Green 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 Saxmundham & Coldfair Green over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached66£395,500
Flats3£179,000
Semi-Detached26£279,250
Terraced27£245,000

10 years median price trend in Saxmundham & Coldfair Green

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Saxmundham & Coldfair Green.

Data Sources

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