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Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley

England / East of England / East Suffolk / 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
36
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
9.5%
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
99
0.89%
Other Asian
78
0.7%
Caribbean
75
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 126 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley area, with individual transactions ranging from £97,000 up to £1,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached51£455,000
Flats8£142,500
Semi-Detached50£297,500
Terraced17£268,000

10 years price trend in Rendlesham, Orford & Hollesley

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.