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About

Southgate ward is located in the town of Bury St Edmunds, within the West Suffolk district. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraced properties, and some modern developments. It is situated close to the town centre, providing easy access to local amenities such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The ward also includes parts of the Moreton Hall estate, a well-established community with its own retail and leisure options.

The area is served by several green spaces, including Nowton Park, which offers walking trails, a arboretum, and seasonal events. Public transport links connect Southgate to other parts of Bury St Edmunds and nearby towns. The ward has a range of schools, catering to different age groups, and is within walking distance of the town’s historic attractions, such as the Abbey Gardens. Southgate combines suburban living with convenient access to urban facilities.

Area overview

On average Southgate has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southgate is £46,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Southgate: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
87
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
11.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Southgate Population
4,066
Population density
1,135.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,294
81.09%
Other White
235
5.79%
Other Asian
185
4.55%
Indian
142
3.5%
African
37
0.91%
Total population: 4,062

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
892
48.77%
Owns with a mortgage
426
23.29%
Private landlord or letting agency
199
10.88%
Other social rented
194
10.61%
Social rents from council
78
4.26%
Total households: 1,829

Property prices in Southgate

Based on 50 recent sales, the median property price is £277,500 in Southgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,500 up to £875,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Southgate 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 Southgate over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£470,000
Flats11£180,000
Semi-Detached5£270,000
Terraced19£250,000

10 years median price trend in Southgate

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Southgate.

Data Sources

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