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Thetford Castle

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About

Thetford Castle ward is located in the town of Thetford, within the Breckland district of Norfolk. The area is known for its historical significance, with the remains of a medieval motte-and-bailey castle, Thetford Castle, serving as a key landmark. The ward includes a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and local amenities, catering to a range of needs. Its proximity to the town center makes it a convenient location for shopping and services.

The ward features a blend of housing types, from older properties to more modern developments. Nearby, the River Thet and Nuns’ Bridges provide scenic spots for walking and leisure. Thetford Castle ward also has good transport links, with the A11 road connecting it to Norwich and Cambridge. Schools, healthcare facilities, and community centers are within easy reach, supporting the local population. The area’s historical roots and practical amenities make it a functional part of Thetford.

Area overview

On average Thetford Castle has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 100 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thetford Castle is £47,900 per year. There are 2 schools in Thetford Castle: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
100
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
11.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Thetford Castle Population
6,186
Population density
3,567.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,421
71.39%
Other White
1,279
20.65%
Other
96
1.55%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
53
0.86%
Other Asian
48
0.78%
Total population: 6,193

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
886
33.17%
Owns with a mortgage
812
30.4%
Owns outright
718
26.88%
Other social rented
144
5.39%
Other forms of private rent
48
1.8%
Total households: 2,671

Property prices in Thetford Castle

Based on 82 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Thetford Castle area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £395,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Thetford Castle 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 Thetford Castle over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached35£272,500
Flats10£138,750
Semi-Detached16£232,500
Terraced21£190,000

10 years median price trend in Thetford Castle

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

All postcodes in Thetford Castle

IP243BU

Spring Walk

IP242DU

Lambert's

IP242AG

School Lane

IP242DT

Guildhall Street

IP242UL

Birch Covert

IP242XU

Campion Road

IP242XZ

Coriander Drive

IP242YG

Juniper Close

IP243AD

Bridge Street

IP242HR

Pike Lane

IP241BH

St Nicholas Street

IP242BU

Grove Lane

IP242HY

Grove Lane

IP242XF

Bergamot Close

IP242YQ

Speedwell Close

IP249AY

King Street

IP241BJ

St Nicholas Street

IP242EU

Hurth Way

IP242HJ

Thetford Central & East

IP242JG

Autumn Close

IP242HB

Redgate

IP242UE

Cuthbert Close

IP242UJ

Sycamore Covert

IP242YB

Thistle Close

IP243AY

Bridge Street

IP242BS

Magdalen Street

IP242FB

Old Market Street

IP242JA

Chalk Close

IP242TX

Woodruff Road

IP242XP

Poppy Close

IP241BP

Minstergate

IP242AA

Market Place

IP242BP

Magdalen Street

IP242BW

Grove Lane

IP242DW

Castle Street

IP242XE

Blackthorn Close

IP242DQ

Grove Lane

IP242EB

Raymond Street

IP242HG

Melford Bridge Road

IP242UF

Lawrence Road

IP242XD

Primrose Close

IP243RT

Market Place

IP242AE

Earls' Street

IP242AH

Magdalen Street

IP242DH

Pike Lane

IP242ER

Castle Lane

IP242HE

Redgate

IP242HW

Lime Grove

IP242XB

Mallow Road

IP242ZD

Rosecroft Way

IP241ZX

Market Place

IP242DB

Norfolk Road

IP242UD

George Road

IP242YE

Caraway Road

IP242BT

Magdalen Street

IP242DD

Norfolk Road

IP242DL

Castle Street

IP242ET

Arlington Way

IP242EZ

Green Lane

IP242XJ

Rosecroft Way

IP242UX

Borage Close

IP242WX

Coltsfoot Way

IP242XN

Caraway Road

IP242TU

Pennycress Drive

Data Sources

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