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About

Castle ward is located in the town of Tamworth, Staffordshire. It covers the area around Tamworth Castle, a historic Norman motte-and-bailey castle that dates back to the 11th century. The ward includes parts of the town centre, with a mix of residential and commercial properties. The River Tame runs nearby, adding a natural element to the urban landscape.

The ward is home to several key landmarks, including St Editha's Church and the Tamworth Assembly Rooms. Public transport links are accessible, with Tamworth railway station providing connections to Birmingham and beyond. Local amenities include shops, cafes, and parks, serving both residents and visitors. The area has a mix of housing, from older terraced homes to modern developments.

Area overview

On average Castle has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 192 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 25.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Castle is £40,076 per year. There are 3 schools in Castle: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

192

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

25.4%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Castle Population

7,595

Population density

1,458.3 per km²

Demographics

British

6,662

87.67%

Other White

481

6.33%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.99%

Indian

0.55%

Irish

0.51%

Total population: 7,599

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

982

26.85%

Owns outright

978

26.74%

Private landlord or letting agency

784

21.44%

Social rents from council

504

13.78%

Other social rented

317

8.67%

Total households: 3,657

Property prices in Castle

Based on 117 recent sales, the median property price is £243,000 in Castle area, with individual transactions ranging from £89,000 up to £427,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	26	£366,500	£291,250	£324,250	£380,000	£419,670
Flats	14	£131,275	£94,850	£110,625	£146,688	£148,700
Semi-Detached	37	£250,000	£173,500	£220,000	£280,000	£335,195
Terraced	40	£205,000	£135,650	£175,000	£244,897	£327,400

10 years price trend in Castle

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail