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About

Castle ward in Newark and Sherwood is a residential area located in the town of Newark-on-Trent. It covers a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments, with a range of local amenities serving the community. The ward includes parts of the town centre, providing access to shops, schools, and transport links, including Newark Castle railway station.

The area is known for its historical connections, with Newark Castle and the River Trent nearby. Green spaces like Sconce and Devon Park offer recreational opportunities. Castle ward has a balanced demographic, with families, professionals, and older residents. Its central location makes it a practical choice for those working in Newark or commuting to nearby cities.

Area overview

On average Castle has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 252 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Castle is £37,350 per year. There are 2 schools in Castle: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

252

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

13.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Castle Population

3,311

Population density

827.4 per km²

Demographics

British

2,674

80.81%

Other White

332

10.03%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

1.6%

Other

1.27%

Irish

0.85%

Total population: 3,309

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

601

33.88%

Owns outright

492

27.73%

Owns with a mortgage

286

16.12%

Other social rented

264

14.88%

Other forms of private rent

3.33%

Total households: 1,774

Property prices in Castle

Based on 56 recent sales, the median property price is £179,000 in Castle area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,000 up to £1,200,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	14	£288,750	£140,334	£243,000	£323,125	£826,250
Flats	3	£110,000	£105,500	£107,500	£111,000	£111,800
Semi-Detached	10	£191,000	£143,400	£184,000	£216,875	£245,408
Terraced	29	£162,000	£107,200	£132,000	£190,000	£269,000

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: 01/10/2025.

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