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Stanton & Barningham

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About

Stanton & Barningham are two rural villages located in West Suffolk, near the Norfolk border. The area is characterised by rolling farmland, woodland, and quiet country lanes. Stanton is the larger of the two, with a mix of historic cottages and newer housing, while Barningham retains a more traditional feel with its thatched roofs and village green. Both settlements are surrounded by open fields and hedgerows, typical of the Suffolk countryside.

The area is primarily agricultural, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. There are few amenities, with residents often travelling to nearby towns like Bury St Edmunds for shopping and services. The landscape offers walking routes, including parts of the Angles Way long-distance footpath. The villages have a strong sense of community, with local events often centred around the churches and village halls.

Area overview

On average Stanton & Barningham has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 26 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stanton & Barningham is £43,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Stanton & Barningham: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
26
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
8.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Stanton & Barningham Population
6,839
Population density
102.3 per km²

Demographics

British
6,473
94.63%
Other White
144
2.11%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
73
1.07%
Irish
32
0.47%
White and Asian (mixed)
29
0.42%
Total population: 6,840

Housing

Owns outright
1,480
48.51%
Owns with a mortgage
830
27.2%
Private landlord or letting agency
270
8.85%
Other social rented
203
6.65%
Social rents from council
127
4.16%
Total households: 3,051

Property prices in Stanton & Barningham

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £308,500 in Stanton & Barningham area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,600 up to £925,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached38£387,500
Semi-Detached27£255,000
Terraced10£211,250

10 years price trend in Stanton & Barningham

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Data Sources

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