Westgate ward is located in the town of Bury St Edmunds, within the West Suffolk district. The area covers part of the town centre, including the historic Abbey Gardens and the Cathedral. It is a mix of residential and commercial properties, with a range of shops, cafes, and businesses lining the streets. The ward also includes some quieter residential streets with a mix of housing types.
The area is well-connected, with easy access to public transport and major roads like the A14. Westgate ward is home to several schools and community facilities, making it a practical place to live. The presence of green spaces, such as the Abbey Gardens, provides recreational opportunities. The ward’s central location means it attracts both locals and visitors, contributing to its busy yet community-focused atmosphere.
On average Westgate has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 124 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Westgate is £45,033 per year. There are 2 schools in Westgate: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 65 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Westgate area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £825,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 21 | £450,000 |
| Flats | 3 | £167,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 25 | £260,000 |
| Terraced | 16 | £262,500 |
10 years price trend in Westgate
IP295PH
Horringer Road
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Grosvenor Gardens
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Out Westgate
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Barons Road
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Hasted Close
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Eastgate & Southgate
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Hospital Road
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Abbot Road
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Kelso Road
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Blagge Close
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Romsey Road
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Canute Court
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Hospital Road
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Horsecroft Road
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Lilley Close
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Canute Court
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Hospital Road
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Eyre Close
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Rembrandt Gardens
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Westgarth Gardens
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Winthrop Road
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Bristol Road
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Out Westgate
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Petticoat Lane
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Linton Gardens
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Corsbie Close
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Bristol Road
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Out Westgate
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Out Westgate
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Corsbie Close
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Gedge Close
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Manderville Road
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Pembroke Road
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Constable Road
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Bristol Road
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Sherborne Road
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Wigston Road
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Chevington Close
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Horsecroft Road
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Horsecroft Road
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Linton Gardens
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Abbotsbury Road
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Walsingham Road
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Winthrop Road
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Glastonbury Road
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Holywell Close
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Westgarth Gardens
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Sherborne Road
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Westminster Drive
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Huntingfield Road
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Vinery Road
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Finley Way
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Horsecroft Road
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Horringer Road
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Kelso Road
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Sherborne Road
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Glastonbury Road
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Yew Tree Court
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Maid Marion Court
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Stonebridge Avenue
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Caulfield Close
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Longmeadow
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Malvern Road
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Dorchester Road
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Stonebridge Avenue
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Petticoat Lane
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Winthrop Road
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Abbotsbury Road
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Lilley Close
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Winthrop Road
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Covell Close
IP333LG
Westgarth Gardens
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Gardiner Close
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Horringer Road
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Netley Road
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Brooklands Close
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Abbot Road
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Corsbie Close
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Horringer Road
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Maundy Close
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Horringer Road
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Chepstow Road
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Fountains Road
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Wigston Road
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Rembrandt Way
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Rembrandt Gardens
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Hospital Road
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Out Westgate
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Winthrop Road
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Lindisfarne Road
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Sherborne Road
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Huntingfield Road
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Abbot Road
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Longmeadow
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Glastonbury Road
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Lindisfarne Road
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Kirkstead Road
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Horringer Road
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Wigston Road
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Hardwick Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.