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Sudbury South West

About

Sudbury South West is a ward in the Babergh district of Suffolk, covering the southwestern part of the market town of Sudbury. The area includes residential neighborhoods, local amenities, and green spaces such as Belle Vue Park. It is bordered by the River Stour, which adds a natural element to the ward’s landscape. The ward has a mix of housing, from historic cottages to modern developments, catering to a range of residents.

The area is well-connected, with road links to nearby towns like Bury St Edmunds and Colchester. Sudbury South West has a strong community presence, with local schools, shops, and leisure facilities serving its population. The ward also benefits from its proximity to Sudbury’s town center, which offers additional services and cultural attractions. The combination of urban convenience and natural surroundings makes it a practical place to live.

Area overview

On average Sudbury South West has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 121 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 Sudbury South West is £38,500 per year. There are 1 schools in Sudbury South West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

121

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Sudbury South West Population

2,840

Population density

1,292 per km²

Demographics

British

2,635

92.78%

Other White

101

3.56%

Irish

0.7%

Other

0.53%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.53%

Total population: 2,840

Housing

Owns outright

632

45.05%

Owns with a mortgage

311

22.17%

Private landlord or letting agency

254

18.1%

Social rents from council

6.13%

Other social rented

4.78%

Total households: 1,403

Property prices in Sudbury South West

Based on 41 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Sudbury South West area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £521,500.

Price distribution per property type (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 Sudbury South West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£375,000	£275,000	£330,000	£450,000	£485,000
Flats	4	£150,000	£90,500	£132,500	£151,250	£154,250
Semi-Detached	11	£320,000	£224,250	£277,500	£366,250	£470,750
Terraced	15	£250,000	£173,950	£225,000	£267,500	£337,500

10 years median price trend in Sudbury South West

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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