Castle ward is located in the heart of Colchester, encompassing the town’s historic core. It is home to Colchester Castle, a well-preserved Norman keep built on Roman foundations, and the surrounding Castle Park. The area includes High Street, with its mix of shops, cafes, and historic buildings, as well as the Roman Balkerne Gate. The ward serves as a focal point for both tourism and local life.
Residential areas in Castle ward range from modern apartments to older terraced houses, with a blend of students, professionals, and long-term residents. The ward also hosts cultural venues like the Mercury Theatre and Firstsite art gallery. Public transport links are strong, with the town’s bus station and train station nearby, making it a convenient base for commuting. The mix of history, commerce, and community gives Castle ward a distinct character within Colchester.
On average Castle has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 288 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Castle is £46,400 per year. There are 6 schools in Castle: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 161 recent sales, the median property price is £225,000 in Castle area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,000 up to £1,250,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 8 | £346,250 |
| Flats | 85 | £178,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 20 | £318,500 |
| Terraced | 48 | £287,500 |
10 years price trend in Castle
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Moorside
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Taylor Court
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East Hill
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High Street
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East Bay
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Henry Laver Court
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Sheepen Road
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Crowhurst Road
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Central Colchester
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Parkside Quarter
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Castle Bailey
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East Stockwell Street
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Stockwell
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Queen Street
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High Street
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Middleborough
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Roman Road
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Fenwick Drive
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Central Colchester
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Central Colchester
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Moorside
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High Street
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North Hill
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Mason Road
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St Runwald Street
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Cowdray Avenue
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St. James' Rise
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East Hill
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East Hill
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Rosebery Avenue
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Chapel Street North
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Rawstorn Road
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Pope's Lane
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Sheepen Place
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Inverness Close
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High Street
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Catchpool Road
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Long Wyre Street
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Bloyes Mews
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Central Colchester
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Short Cut Road
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Stockwell
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Elm Lane
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Central Colchester
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Central Colchester
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Middleborough
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Albert Street
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Castle Road
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Central Colchester
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Central Colchester
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East Hill
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Leicester Close
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Fenwick Drive
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St John's Avenue
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Balkerne Gardens
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Pope's Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.