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Haverhill is the fifth largest town in Suffolk and the second largest in the Borough of St. Edmundsbury. In recent years the town has seen the development of modern business parks and major town centre investments.

Haverhill's population currently stands at around 23,000 and is set to reach 30,000 by 2015. Young people account for one third of the population. This youthful profile presents a gilt-edged recruitment opportunity for potential investors.

Employment costs in Haverhill are lower than the national average - around 13% lower - and 30% lower than Greater London.

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This winning combination of working age population increase and competitive wage rates is just part of a whole host of positive trends and key competitive assets that offer benefits to businesses.

Residential property costs in Haverhill are very competitive and the town is able to offer a high proportion of new build executive housing on modern developments as well as traditional town centre options.

Haverhill was recently featured in the Halifax Quality of Life index as one of the top ten towns in the country offering the best value for money location for terraced properties under £150,000.

A first class location for families, Haverhill provides a range of sensibly priced housing options, a good selection of schools, a wide leisure offer, a low crime rate, a great environment and a strong sense of community.

Furthermore, with a variety of urban, suburban and rural locations to choose from, the area offers an excellent range of places to call home.