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About

Melton ward encompasses a mix of residential neighbourhoods and open countryside on the western edge of Woodbridge. The area is largely defined by the River Deben, which forms its eastern boundary, and includes the hamlet of Melton itself. Residential streets are concentrated near the historic railway station and along the main road leading into the town centre.

The landscape features agricultural fields and pockets of woodland, with public footpaths providing access to the riverside. The ward contains the Melton Hill conservation area, noted for its historic buildings. A notable local feature is the former Melton Maltings, a large industrial complex that has been converted for residential and commercial use.

Area overview

On average Melton has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 11.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Melton is £58,590 per year. There are 2 schools in Melton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
11.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Melton

Based on 82 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in Melton area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,500 up to £1,250,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Melton 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 Melton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached37£493,000
Flats15£165,000
Semi-Detached16£342,500
Terraced14£252,500

10 years median price trend in Melton

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.