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Coastal

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About

Coastal ward encompasses the southeastern edge of Boston, stretching from the northern tip of Dorchester Bay through the neighborhoods of Columbia Point and Harbor Point. The area is defined by its position along the water, featuring significant peninsulas and inlets that shape its geography. Much of the land here is dedicated to institutional and residential use, with large campuses situated directly on the shoreline.

The area is home to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, a distinctive concrete and glass structure set prominently on the point. Tidal marshes and restored natural areas border the developed sections, providing green space along the coast. The ward's layout is characterized by parkways and causeways that connect it to the rest of the city, emphasizing its role as a waterfront district.

Area overview

On average Coastal has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Coastal is £36,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Coastal: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
11%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Coastal Population
3,945
Population density
72.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,698
93.72%
Other White
96
2.43%
Caribbean
22
0.56%
Other
18
0.46%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
16
0.41%
Total population: 3,946

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
764
48.82%
Owns with a mortgage
429
27.41%
Other social rented
167
10.67%
Private landlord or letting agency
93
5.94%
Social rents from council
59
3.77%
Total households: 1,565

Property prices in Coastal

Based on 43 recent sales, the median property price is £218,000 in Coastal area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £550,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Coastal in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Coastal over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached34£224,975
Semi-Detached8£202,500
Terraced1£105,000

10 years median price trend in Coastal

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Coastal.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.