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About

Tollgate ward lies on the eastern edge of Bury St Edmunds, primarily characterised by residential housing estates and local retail parks. The area is defined by its practical amenities, including supermarkets and smaller convenience stores that serve the local community. Housing consists largely of post-war developments and more recent builds, creating a mix of property styles. Major roads like the A14 provide a constant backdrop, connecting the ward to the wider region and shaping its perimeter.

A notable local feature is the West Suffolk Hospital, a significant employer and community hub situated within the ward's boundaries. Green spaces are present but limited, with some small recreational grounds and playing fields integrated into the housing areas. The overall atmosphere is functional and suburban, with daily life centred around local services and commuting routes rather than a traditional town centre.

Area overview

On average Tollgate has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 154 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 29.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Tollgate is £50,393 per year. There are 7 schools in Tollgate: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good). Tollgate is home to around 6,129 people, with a population density of about 2,989.8 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
154
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
29.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Tollgate Population
6,129
Population density
2,989.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
79.46(+156%)
Public order
16.81(+223%)
Anti-social behaviour
15.66(+36%)
Criminal damage and arson
15.01(+134%)
Other theft
11.58(+108%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,078
82.88%
Other White
536
8.75%
Other
71
1.16%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
62
1.01%
Other Asian
55
0.9%
Total population: 6,127

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,514
30.04%
No qualifications
1,023
20.3%
Level 3 (A level)
749
14.86%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
731
14.5%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
580
11.51%
Total 16+ residents: 5,040

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
718
24.56%
Owns with a mortgage
652
22.3%
Private landlord or letting agency
592
20.25%
Other social rented
542
18.54%
Social rents from council
301
10.29%
Total households: 2,924

Property prices in Tollgate

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £281,500 in Tollgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,500 up to £895,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Tollgate in the 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 Tollgate over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached10£370,000
Flats28£177,250
Semi-Detached24£311,500
Terraced24£302,000

10 years median price trend in Tollgate

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Tollgate.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.