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Shotley Peninsula

About

The Shotley Peninsula is a rural area in Babergh, Suffolk, located between the River Orwell and the River Stour. It extends south from Ipswich to the confluence of the two rivers at Shotley Gate. The peninsula is known for its farmland, woodland, and coastal views, with a mix of villages and hamlets scattered throughout. The area has historical ties to maritime and military activities, including the former HMS Ganges naval training base.

The landscape features a mix of arable fields, hedgerows, and small pockets of woodland, with footpaths and quiet lanes connecting settlements. The Stour and Orwell Estuary provides opportunities for sailing and birdwatching. Villages like Shotley, Chelmondiston, and Woolverstone offer local amenities, while the peninsula remains largely residential and agricultural. The area is accessible via the B1456 road, with ferry links to Harwich and Felixstowe from Shotley Marina.

Area overview

On average Shotley Peninsula has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 30 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Shotley Peninsula is £47,000 per year. There are 8 schools in Shotley Peninsula: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Shotley Peninsula Population

7,597

Population density

131.4 per km²

Demographics

British

7,099

93.48%

Other White

152

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.58%

African

0.57%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.57%

Total population: 7,594

Housing

Owns outright

1,511

46.65%

Owns with a mortgage

896

27.66%

Private landlord or letting agency

341

10.53%

Social rents from council

249

7.69%

Other forms of private rent

124

3.83%

Total households: 3,239

Property prices in Shotley Peninsula

Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in Shotley Peninsula area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £1,875,000.

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 Shotley Peninsula over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	47	£450,000	£259,000	£335,250	£587,000	£1,079,600
Flats	5	£375,000	£128,600	£143,000	£375,000	£391,000
Semi-Detached	40	£315,000	£198,459	£243,750	£364,375	£526,000
Terraced	13	£300,000	£171,800	£233,000	£376,000	£558,000

10 years median price trend in Shotley Peninsula

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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