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Orwell & Villages

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About

Orwell & Villages ward encompasses a large, predominantly rural area on the southern bank of the River Orwell. The landscape is characterised by farmland, woodland, and scattered settlements. The ward includes the communities of Nacton, Levington, and Bucklesham, each with their own distinct character. The River Orwell itself forms a significant part of the northern boundary, providing a constant geographical reference point.

The area is defined by its working riverfront and agricultural land. The Port of Felixstowe, one of the busiest container terminals in Europe, lies directly across the river, its cranes a permanent feature of the horizon. Inland, the gently rolling countryside supports arable farming. The ward's settlements are quiet, with historic churches and community hubs serving local residents.

Area overview

On average Orwell & Villages has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 6.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Orwell & Villages is £61,078 per year. There are 6 schools in Orwell & Villages: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
6.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Orwell & Villages

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £317,500 in Orwell & Villages area, with individual transactions ranging from £79,145 up to £1,750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Orwell & Villages 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 Orwell & Villages over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached42£415,000
Flats4£124,000
Semi-Detached35£275,000
Terraced13£203,000

10 years median price trend in Orwell & Villages

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Orwell & Villages.

Data Sources

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