Castle ward is located in the historic heart of Guildford, centered around the ruins of Guildford Castle. The area features a mix of medieval and Victorian architecture, with narrow streets and cobbled pathways. The castle grounds include a well-maintained garden, offering views over the town and surrounding countryside.
The ward is home to Guildford Museum, which showcases local history and artifacts. Nearby, the High Street provides shopping and dining options, blending modern amenities with historic charm. Residential areas consist of a mix of period homes and smaller flats, catering to a range of residents. The ward’s central location makes it a hub for both visitors and locals.
On average Castle has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 93 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Castle is £73,989 per year. There are 4 schools in Castle: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 132 recent sales, the median property price is £467,500 in Castle area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £5,000,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 24 | £1,675,000 |
| Flats | 68 | £367,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 21 | £735,000 |
| Terraced | 19 | £570,000 |
10 years price trend in Castle
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Castle Hill
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Crown Heights
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Chapel Street
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Shalford Lane
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Bladon Close
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London Road
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Albury Road
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Ferndown Close
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Hilgay
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Cross Lanes
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St Lukes Square
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Mill Lane
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Clifford Manor Road
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Shalford Road
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London Road
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Guildford Town Centre
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Upper Edgeborough Road
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Upper Edgeborough Road
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Albury Road
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Cranley Road
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Rosetrees
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Tormead Road
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High Street
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High Street
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St Lukes Square
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Oxford Road
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Sydenham Road
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Chapel Street
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Quarry Street
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One Tree Hill Road
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London Road
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Tormead Road
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Pit Farm Road
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High Street
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Chapel Street
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Guildford Town Centre
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Castle Street
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Fort Road
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Wych Elm Rise
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Quarry Street
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Chantry View Road
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Cranley Close
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Cranley Dene
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Jenner Road
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Sydenham Road
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Quarry Street
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Lower Edgeborough Road
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Burpham, Boxgrove & Merrow West
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High Street
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High Street
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Sydney Road
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Warwicks Bench
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Castle Street
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Angel Gate
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Downside Road
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Longdown Road
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High Street
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Guildford Town Centre
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London Road
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Buckingham Close
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West Road
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Albury Road
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Kyngeshene Gardens
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Pit Farm Road
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Millbrook
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Maori Road
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Albury Road
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Addison Road
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Alexandra Place
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Fort Road
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North Street
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Tilehouse Road
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Shalford Lane
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Chapel Street
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Cranley Road
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Cross Lanes
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Pewley Down & The Mount
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Warren Road
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Cranley Road
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Willow Lane
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High Street
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High Street
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High Street
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Warren Road
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Cline Road
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Tunsgate
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Brodie Road
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Cheselden Road
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Castle Street
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North Street
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Clifford Manor Road
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Bladon Close
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Albury Road
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Maori Road
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High Street
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St Lukes Square
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Oxford Road
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Bright Hill
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Millbrook
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Longdown Road
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.