Thurston | |
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Thurston village sign | |
Location within Suffolk | |
Population | 3,232 (2011 Census) |
OS grid reference | TL929650 |
District | |
Shire county | |
Region | |
Country | England |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Post town | BURY ST EDMUNDS |
Postcode district | IP31 |
Dialling code | 01359 |
Police | Suffolk |
Fire | Suffolk |
Ambulance | East of England |
UK Parliament | |
Thurston is a village and a parish in Suffolk situated about 4 miles (6 km) east of Bury St Edmunds and 10 miles (16 km) west of Stowmarket.
In mid-2005, Thurston's estimated population was 3,260, making it one of the larger communities in the area,[1] falling slightly to 3,232 at the 2011 Census.[2]
Thurston railway station opened in 1846 and is still operating today. The village also has a frequent bus service to neighbouring towns, including Bury St Edmunds. The village is located under 2 miles (3 km) from the A14 and under 40 miles (64 km) from the M11 motorway.