Babergh facts for kids
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Babergh District
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Non-metropolitan district
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Babergh shown within Suffolk
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| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Constituent country | England |
| Region | East of England |
| Non-metropolitan county | Suffolk |
| Status | Non-metropolitan district |
| Admin HQ | Ipswich |
| Incorporated | 1 April 1974 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Non-metropolitan district council |
| • Body | Babergh District Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 229.8 sq mi (595.2 km2) |
| Area rank | 72nd (of 326) |
| Population
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| • Total | 92,036 |
| • Rank | 265th (of 326) |
| • Density | 400.49/sq mi (154.630/km2) |
| • Ethnicity | 98.7% White |
| Time zone | UTC0 (GMT) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+1 (BST) |
| ONS code | 42UB (ONS) E07000200 (GSS) |
Babergh is a district located in the county of Suffolk, England. It is a part of the United Kingdom.
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What is Babergh?
Babergh is a special area known as a non-metropolitan district. This means it is a local government area. It helps manage public services for the people living there.
Where is Babergh Located?
Babergh is in the eastern part of England. It is part of the larger East of England region. The district is found within the county of Suffolk. Its main administrative office is in Ipswich.
How is Babergh Governed?
Babergh has its own local government. This is called the Babergh District Council. The council makes decisions about local services. These services include things like planning, housing, and waste collection.
The council has leaders who help run things. People living in Babergh also vote for their MPs. An MP is a person who represents them in the national government. Currently, James Cartlidge is one of the MPs for the area.
Quick Facts About Babergh
Babergh was officially formed on 1 April 1974. It covers an area of about 595.2 square kilometers. This makes it a medium-sized district in England.
The district is home to many people. The exact number changes over time. Most of the people living in Babergh are White. You can find more information on the official Babergh District Council website.
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Babergh shown within Suffolk
