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Stow Thorney

England / East of England / Mid Suffolk / Stow Thorney

About

Stow Thorney ward is located in Mid Suffolk, covering a rural area with a mix of farmland and small settlements. The landscape is characterised by open fields, hedgerows, and scattered woodlands, typical of the Suffolk countryside. The ward includes parts of the villages of Stowupland and Thorney Green, which have a small but close-knit community.

Local amenities include a primary school, village hall, and a few small businesses, catering to daily needs. The area is well-connected by rural roads, with easy access to nearby towns like Stowmarket and Needham Market. Public transport options are limited, reflecting its rural nature. The ward’s quiet setting appeals to those seeking a slower pace of life, while still being within reach of larger urban centres.

Area overview

On average Stow Thorney has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 36 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Stow Thorney is £46,553 per year. There are 1 schools in Stow Thorney: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
36
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
7.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Stow Thorney Population
5,855
Population density
2,206.7 per km²

Demographics

British
5,325
90.93%
Other White
197
3.36%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
48
0.82%
Chinese
43
0.73%
White and Asian (mixed)
38
0.65%
Total population: 5,856

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,102
48.44%
Owns outright
491
21.58%
Private landlord or letting agency
463
20.35%
Other social rented
93
4.09%
Shared ownership
52
2.29%
Total households: 2,275

Property prices in Stow Thorney

Based on 106 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Stow Thorney area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £695,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£377,500
Flats2£152,500
Semi-Detached34£270,000
Terraced48£221,000

10 years price trend in Stow Thorney

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Data Sources

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