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Barnack, Wittering & Wansford

About

The Barnack, Wittering & Wansford area lies in the western part of Peterborough, near the Cambridgeshire-Lincolnshire border. It includes the villages of Barnack, Wittering, and Wansford, each with distinct character. The area is known for its historic limestone quarries, which supplied materials for local buildings. Wansford sits along the River Nene, while Wittering is home to a Royal Air Force base. The landscape features a mix of farmland, woodland, and small waterways.

The area has strong transport links, with the A1 road running nearby and the East Coast Main Line passing through Wansford. Local landmarks include Barnack Hills and Holes National Nature Reserve, a site of geological interest. The villages retain traditional architecture, with stone cottages and historic churches. Community life centres around village halls, pubs, and local events. The area offers a balance of rural living with access to Peterborough’s amenities.

Area overview

On average Barnack, Wittering & Wansford has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Barnack, Wittering & Wansford is £57,600 per year. There are 4 schools in Barnack, Wittering & Wansford: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Barnack, Wittering & Wansford Population

6,871

Population density

100 per km²

Demographics

British

6,275

91.31%

Other White

209

3.04%

African

0.86%

Irish

0.67%

Other

0.64%

Total population: 6,872

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

903

33.35%

Owns outright

871

32.16%

Private landlord or letting agency

388

14.33%

Other forms of private rent

263

9.71%

Other social rented

189

6.98%

Total households: 2,708

Property prices in Barnack, Wittering & Wansford

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £225,500 in Barnack, Wittering & Wansford area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,500 up to £1,900,000.

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 Barnack, Wittering & Wansford over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	31	£439,000	£237,250	£359,500	£626,250	£813,750
Flats	1	£265,000	£265,000	£265,000	£265,000	£265,000
Semi-Detached	27	£256,000	£169,825	£216,000	£322,500	£424,750
Terraced	40	£189,000	£159,800	£178,625	£196,000	£222,950

10 years median price trend in Barnack, Wittering & Wansford

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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