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Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley

About

The Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley area in East Suffolk is known for its mix of woodland, coastline, and rural landscapes. Rendlesham Forest offers walking and cycling trails, while the nearby River Alde and Orford Ness provide coastal scenery. Orford is a historic village with a 12th-century castle and a working quay.

The area has a mix of farmland, heathland, and small settlements. Hollesley is home to a prison and agricultural land, with connections to nearby Sutton Hoo. The coastline includes shingle beaches and nature reserves, attracting birdwatchers and walkers. Local produce, including oysters and fruit, is sold in Orford and nearby markets.

Area overview

On average Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 36 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley is £47,300 per year. There are 6 schools in Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley Population

11,157

Population density

53.3 per km²

Demographics

British

10,093

90.46%

Other White

291

2.61%

African

0.89%

Other Asian

0.7%

Caribbean

0.67%

Total population: 11,158

Housing

Owns outright

1,761

40.69%

Owns with a mortgage

1,222

28.23%

Private landlord or letting agency

687

15.87%

Other social rented

352

8.13%

Other forms of private rent

248

5.73%

Total households: 4,328

Property prices in Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley

Based on 142 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley area, with individual transactions ranging from £97,000 up to £1,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	58	£434,000	£269,500	£373,688	£588,750	£780,750
Flats	10	£138,500	£97,450	£104,250	£144,750	£301,250
Semi-Detached	51	£295,000	£215,000	£252,500	£320,000	£465,000
Terraced	23	£250,000	£161,900	£230,475	£292,500	£413,200

10 years median price trend in Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley

Data Sources

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

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

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