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Bowthorpe & West Earlham

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About

Bowthorpe & West Earlham are residential areas located to the west of Norwich city center. The neighborhoods feature a mix of housing, including post-war estates, terraced homes, and modern developments. Green spaces like Earlham Park and the University of East Anglia’s broad grounds provide open areas for recreation. Local amenities include schools, shops, and community centers, catering to everyday needs.

The area is well-connected by public transport, with regular bus services linking it to Norwich city center and beyond. The presence of the University of East Anglia adds a student population, contributing to the local economy. While primarily residential, the neighborhoods have a quiet, suburban feel with easy access to the city’s facilities. The River Yare runs nearby, offering walking and cycling routes along its banks.

Area overview

On average Bowthorpe & West Earlham has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 38.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bowthorpe & West Earlham is £38,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Bowthorpe & West Earlham: 3 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
38.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bowthorpe & West Earlham Population
13,033
Population density
4,023.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,717
74.56%
Other White
1,029
7.9%
Other Asian
411
3.15%
African
378
2.9%
Indian
276
2.12%
Total population: 13,032

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,302
25.95%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,202
23.95%
Owns with a mortgage
855
17.04%
Owns outright
838
16.7%
Other social rented
690
13.75%
Total households: 5,018

Property prices in Bowthorpe & West Earlham

Based on 93 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Bowthorpe & West Earlham area, with individual transactions ranging from £119,256 up to £405,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bowthorpe & West Earlham 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 Bowthorpe & West Earlham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached31£275,000
Flats6£160,000
Semi-Detached38£230,000
Terraced18£215,000

10 years median price trend in Bowthorpe & West Earlham

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bowthorpe & West Earlham.

Data Sources

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