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About

Castle Hill is a residential area located to the north of Ipswich town centre. The district is primarily characterised by Victorian and Edwardian terraced housing, with some post-war developments. It sits on elevated ground, providing views across the town. The area contains local shops and services along its main roads, catering to daily needs. Its proximity to the central business district makes it a practical location for commuting.

The area takes its name from the large, tree-covered mound that is its central feature. This historic motte is the site of a former Norman castle, with the remains of the keep still visible. Public footpaths lead to the summit, which is a popular local spot. The hill is surrounded by a park and playing fields, offering green space within the urban setting.

Area overview

On average Castle Hill has low deprivation and low crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 49% below the East of England average of 82 per 1,000. Approximately 5.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Castle Hill is £57,883 per year. The median sale price in Castle Hill is £282,500 (around £292 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £253,500 and £323,750. There are 1 schools in Castle Hill: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Castle Hill is home to around 7,432 people, with a population density of about 4,238.4 per km².

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Castle Hill Population

7,432

Population density

4,238.4 per km²

Crime

Shoplifting

27.05(+295%)

Violence and sexual offences

19.38(-39%)

Vehicle crime

8.34(+90%)

Anti-social behaviour

3.77(-67%)

Criminal damage and arson

3.77(-41%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

6,521

87.73%

Other White

283

3.81%

Indian

1.17%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

1.12%

Other Asian

1.05%

Total population: 7,433

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

1,559

25.41%

No qualifications

1,160

18.9%

Level 3 (A level)

1,126

18.35%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

914

14.9%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

749

12.21%

Total 16+ residents: 6,136

Housing

Owns outright

1,414

46.19%

Owns with a mortgage

1,142

37.31%

Private landlord or letting agency

243

7.94%

Social rents from council

131

4.28%

Other social rented

2.25%

Total households: 3,061

Property prices in Castle Hill

Median price: £282,500

Price per sq ft: £292

Sales (last 12 months): 86

Typical range (middle 50%): £254K – £324K

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £282,500 (about £292 per square foot) in Castle Hill area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £545,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Castle Hill over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Detached	16	£382,500	£349	£207,901	£298,750	£462,500	£537,500
Terraced	3	£345,000	£300	£187,500	£257,500	£347,500	£349,500
Semi-Detached	66	£275,500	£288	£225,000	£253,000	£303,750	£363,750
Flats	1	£145,000	£241	£145,000	£145,000	£145,000	£145,000

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Castle Hill

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Castle Hill.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£390,000	£218,600	£227,000
2017	£345,500	£230,000	£202,000
2018	£303,500	£232,000	£222,500
2019	£350,000	£234,500	£220,000
2020	£320,000	£240,000	£197,500
2021	£393,750	£250,000	£220,000
2022	£415,000	£295,000	£247,500
2023	£443,000	£290,000	£253,000
2024	£382,000	£275,000	£240,000
2025	£365,000	£280,000	£224,250
2026	£382,500	£270,000	£260,000

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Castle Hill.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£250	£226	£228
2017	£277	£242	£208
2018	£267	£240	£235
2019	£259	£253	£236
2020	£289	£257	£214
2021	£292	£265	£236
2022	£356	£310	£268
2023	£334	£298	£267
2024	£316	£294	£252
2025	£342	£299	£241
2026	£266	£287	£277

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Ipswich district.

Band A£1,646

Band B£1,920

Band C£2,194

Band D£2,468

Band E£3,017

Band F£3,565

Band G£4,114

Band H£4,937

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

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Property prices in Castle Hill

Prices by property typelast 12 months

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Castle Hill

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

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