How much social housing is near Thurston?

About 7.2% across the Thurston area.

What's the Thurston population and density?

Thurston population is 5,892 with density 187.9 per km².

How safe is Thurston?

Crime level in Thurston is very low with about 34 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What's the average income in Thurston?

Average resident income is about £49,213 per year.

How many households are in Thurston?

There are 2,475 households in Thurston

What home types are most common in Thurston?

Housing mix: detached 61.0%, semi-detached 28.1%.

What are house prices in Thurston?

Based on 126 recent sales, the median price is £376,250.

What are prices by property type in Thurston?

Latest medians: Detached £455,000, Semi-detached £308,000, Terraced £251,500, Flats £145,000.

How deprived is Thurston?

Deprivation score 2/10 (rank 26302 of 32844 in country).

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Q: What schools in Thurston and how are they rated?

There are 3 schools in Thurston: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

England / East of England / Mid Suffolk / Thurston

About

Thurston ward is located in Mid Suffolk, covering the village of Thurston and surrounding rural areas. The ward is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, including older cottages and newer developments. Thurston has a railway station providing direct links to Ipswich and Cambridge, making it a commuter-friendly location.

The area features local amenities such as shops, pubs, and a primary school, serving the needs of residents. Surrounding farmland and open spaces contribute to a rural character, with footpaths and green areas for recreation. Thurston maintains a balance between village life and accessibility to larger towns like Bury St Edmunds.

Area overview

On average Thurston has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thurston is £49,213 per year. There are 3 schools in Thurston: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

7.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Thurston Population

5,892

Population density

187.9 per km²

Demographics

British

5,546

94.16%

Other White

154

2.61%

Irish

0.63%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.41%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.34%

Total population: 5,890

Housing

Owns outright

1,170

47.29%

Owns with a mortgage

793

32.05%

Private landlord or letting agency

234

9.46%

Social rents from council

123

4.97%

Other forms of private rent

2.34%

Total households: 2,474

Property prices in Thurston

Based on 126 recent sales, the median property price is £376,250 in Thurston area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £1,440,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	75	£455,000	£322,000	£380,000	£542,498	£788,250
Flats	1	£145,000	£145,000	£145,000	£145,000	£145,000
Semi-Detached	36	£308,000	£189,375	£250,000	£348,750	£422,375
Terraced	14	£251,500	£179,375	£236,250	£312,500	£377,250

10 years price trend in Thurston

All postcodes in Thurston

IP313QQ

Hunter Drive

IP313RU

Church Road

IP313SA

Birch Road

IP309PS

Hollow Lane

IP313PH

Howes Avenue

IP313QX

Thurston Road

IP313UE

Norton Road

IP313UJ

Double Road

IP309AR

Orchard Close

IP313JN

The Street

IP313NS

Fox And Hounds Close

IP313QA

Mill Lane

IP313RE

Thurston, Badwell Ash & Elmswell North

IP313NQ

Ashfield Gardens

IP309PY

Ashley Close

IP309UZ

Rectory Gardens

IP313QJ

Church Road

IP313QY

Pokeriage Gardens

IP313RH

Church Road

IP313RR

Church Road

IP313UQ

Ixworth Road

IP309AB

Bury Road

IP309LT

Thurston, Badwell Ash & Elmswell North

IP309PG

Church Road

IP313FS

Ashfield Road

IP313GG

Barton Road

IP313LB

Ixworth Road

IP313LN

Thurston, Badwell Ash & Elmswell North

IP313TW

Norton Road

IP313UN

Thurston, Badwell Ash & Elmswell North

IP309NY

Church Road

IP309PP

Bury Road

IP309PU

Perkins Way

IP313SS

School Lane

IP313NE

Ashfield Road

IP313NY

The Street

IP313SL

Oak Road

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Data Sources

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

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