Moving to Haverhill (CB9)

Essex · West Suffolk

Planning a move to CB9? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Haverhill area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Haverhill. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Haverhill

Based on 579 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in CB9 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£277,500
Average Price (all types)£313,910

By Property Type

Detached£395,000 (170 sales)
Semi-Detached£283,500 (143 sales)
Terraced£230,000 (221 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£155,000 (23 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Haverhill

Haverhill recorded 6% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district, indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

CB9 Total Crimes (13 months)2,464
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average6% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,120 (21% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour173 (59% below avg)
Public Order194 (near avg)
Vehicle Crime96 (28% below avg)
Shoplifting103 (53% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson257 (35% above avg)
Burglary90 (6% below avg)
Other Theft193 (near avg)
Drugs75 (19% below avg)
Robbery17 (53% below avg)
Theft from Person9 (82% below avg)
Bicycle Theft10 (57% below avg)
Possession of Weapons47 (81% above avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Haverhill

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Haverhill, council tax is managed by West Suffolk. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1567.65
B£40,001 – £52,000£1828.92
C£52,001 – £68,000£2090.20
D£68,001 – £88,000£2351.47
E£88,001 – £120,000£2874.02
F£120,001 – £160,000£3396.57
G£160,001 – £320,000£3919.12
H£320,001+£4702.94

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Haverhill

42.4 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the CB9 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population, giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)12

Green Spaces in Haverhill

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in CB9 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

92% of residential postcodes in CB9 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Haverhill

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the CB9 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Haverhill

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for CB9 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

63.8 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the CB9 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)98.1%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)87.8%
Gigabit capable87.8%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.1%

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Energy Performance in Haverhill

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for CB9 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be, which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score70
Total rated properties7341

Homes in CB9 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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