Southwold ward is located in East Suffolk, covering the coastal town of Southwold and its surrounding areas. The ward includes the town centre, harbour, and stretches along the North Sea coastline. Southwold is known for its historic lighthouse, pier, and rows of colourful beach huts. The area has a mix of residential properties, independent shops, and local businesses.
The ward features a range of amenities, including schools, healthcare facilities, and leisure options such as Southwold Common. The town's economy relies on tourism, fishing, and small-scale retail. Transport links include local bus services, with the nearest railway station in Halesworth. The River Blyth forms part of the ward's boundary, separating it from neighbouring areas. Southwold ward has a mix of older and newer housing, with a focus on preserving its coastal character.
On average Southwold has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 50 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southwold is £41,716 per year. There are 3 schools in Southwold: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £465,000 in Southwold area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £2,000,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 30 | £599,000 |
| Flats | 2 | £432,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 17 | £465,000 |
| Terraced | 30 | £377,550 |
10 years price trend in Southwold
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Station Road
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High Street
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Wymering Road
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Godyll Road
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Southwold, Reydon & Wrentham
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Cumberland Close
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Bridgefoot Corner
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Marlborough Road
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Lupin Close
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Old School Drive
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Nightingale Avenue
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Churchill Road
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Hurn Crag Road
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Ferry Road
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Lodge Road
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Halesworth Road
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Black Mill Road
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Field Stile Road
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Mights Road
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Marlborough Road
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Marlborough Road
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High Street
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High Street
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Green Lane Close
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Green Lane
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Covert Road
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Church Field
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The Street
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Palmer's Lane
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Ferry Road
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Market Place
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Blyth Road
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Market Place
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North Parade
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Buckenham Court
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Marlborough Road
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Ferry Road
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St Andrews Close
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Godyll Road
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North Road
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Cautley Road
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Chester Road
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Covert Road
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Mount Pleasant
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Halesworth Road
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Palmer's Lane
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Halesworth Road
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Field Stile Road
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Barbrook Green
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Halesworth Road
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Green Lane
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Lowestoft Road
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The Street
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Cox's Lane
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North Road
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Ferry Road
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Trinity Street
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Reydon Lane
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Ferry Road
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Copperwheat Avenue
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Hill Road
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High Street
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Victoria Street
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North Parade
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School Lane
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Easton Lane
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The Street
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Kingfisher Crescent
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East Green
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Long Acre
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Church Lane
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Pier Avenue
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Blyth Road
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Halesworth Road
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Ferry Road
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Nightingale Avenue
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Adamson Road
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Dove Road
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Halesworth Road
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Gorse Lane
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Bartholomew Green
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Bank Alley
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Green Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.