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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Church Lane
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Stradbroke Road
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Southwold, Reydon & Wrentham
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East Street
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Cumberland Close
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Evans Close
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Winston Road
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Jermyns Road
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Nightingale Avenue
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York Road
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Bank Alley
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Halesworth Road
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Mount Pleasant
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St Margarets Court
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Millfield Road
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Cox's Lane
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Kingfisher Crescent
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Mallard Road
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Hotson Road
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Market Place
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Primrose Alley
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Trinity Close
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Ferry Road
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Spinners Lane
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High Street
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North Parade
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Mights Road
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Bridgefoot Corner
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Dunwich Road
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Rye Terrace
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Covert Road
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Mount Pleasant
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Cox's Lane
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Covert Road
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Seaview Road
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Green Oaks
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Lodge Road
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Ferry Road
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Blyth Road
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Market Place
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Nightingale Avenue
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Green Oaks
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Covert Road
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Cox's Lane
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Palmer's Lane
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Barn Close
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North Parade Gardens
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Cumberland Road
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Lowestoft Road
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Adam's Lane
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Lakeside Close
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High Street
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Black Mill Road
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Churchill Road
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Hillfield Court
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Mights Road
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East Street
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Fox Yard
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Buckenham Court
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St Edmund's Road
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Lupin Close
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Jermyns Road
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Hillside Road
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Smear Lane East
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Palmer's Lane
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Leverett's Lane
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Black Mill Road
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East Street
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Church Street
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Manor Close
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Adam's Lane
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Fox Yard
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Field Stile Road
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Hotson Road
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East Street
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Salisbury Road
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Long Marsh Close
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Covert Road
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Ferry Road
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The Street
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.