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About

Downham Market sits on the edge of the Fens, characterised by flat, open landscapes shaped by extensive drainage. The town's centre is arranged around a wide market place and the distinctive black and white clock tower. The surrounding countryside is a patchwork of agricultural land, with straight roads and waterways defining the low-lying terrain.

The area is closely linked to the River Great Ouse, which flows nearby and has historically influenced its development. Local architecture includes many Georgian buildings constructed from the distinctive gault clay found in the region. The presence of the Denver Sluice complex, a crucial part of the Fens' flood defence system, underscores the ongoing relationship between the community and its managed environment.

Area overview

On average Downham Market has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Downham Market is £42,902 per year. There are 3 schools in Downham Market: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Downham Market is home to around 11,349 people, with a population density of about 2,181.0 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
11.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Downham Market Population
11,349
Population density
2,181 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
22.38(-28%)
Anti-social behaviour
14.01(+21%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.34(-1%)
Public order
5.2(0%)
Shoplifting
4.49(-37%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,177
89.67%
Other White
618
5.45%
Other
92
0.81%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
62
0.55%
Other Asian
57
0.5%
Total population: 11,349

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,263
23.82%
No qualifications
2,150
22.63%
Level 3 (A level)
1,475
15.52%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,468
15.45%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,167
12.28%
Total 16+ residents: 9,502

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,275
42.99%
Owns with a mortgage
1,240
23.43%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,017
19.22%
Other social rented
503
9.5%
Other forms of private rent
132
2.49%
Total households: 5,292

Property prices in Downham Market

Based on 189 recent sales, the median property price is £257,000 in Downham Market area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £940,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Downham Market 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 Downham Market over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached94£322,500
Flats17£135,000
Semi-Detached44£233,000
Terraced34£196,000

10 years median price trend in Downham Market

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Downham Market.

All postcodes in Downham Market

PE389DL

Bridge Street

PE389PJ

Spruce Road

PE389RA

Grimshoe Road

PE389TD

Belsize Close

PE389TZ

Greenwich Close

PE388DR

London Road

PE389LF

Kings Walk

PE389QB

Wimbotsham Road

PE389UB

Rosemary Way

PE389WE

Bay Walk

PE389AF

Howdale Road

PE389AX

Ryston End

PE389GN

Ostlers Road

PE389HP

Playhouse Yard

PE389JF

Paradise Road

PE389HZ

Priory Chase

PE389QZ

Bridle Lane

PE389SG

West Way

PE389TR

Civray Avenue

PE389BG

Ryston End

PE389FD

Nightingale Lane

PE389PB

Oakview Drive

PE389SU

Southfields

PE389QY

Broomhill

PE389RD

Gallow Drive

PE389TJ

Regent Road

PE389UE

Tarragon Road

PE389UJ

Camomile Close

PE389UQ

Rosemary Way

PE389EL

Railway Road

PE389AD

Howdale Road

PE389EY

Heather Court

PE389GQ

Orchid Close

PE389HT

Paradise Road

PE389QG

Lynn Road

PE389SX

Kensington Road

PE389AL

Rouse's Lane

PE389BP

London Road

PE389JS

Priory Road

PE389LS

Stonecross Road

PE389PG

Willow Road

PE389UT

Nutmeg Walk

PE389WL

South Downham

PE388EA

Downham Old Town

PE389EW

Railway Road

PE389QJ

Glebe Road

PE389RQ

Kingfisher Road

PE389SF

Burnham Road

PE389UH

Basil Drive

PE388AQ

London Road

PE389AE

The Towers

PE389QH

Retreat Estate

PE389QP

Civray Avenue

PE389TE

Wayland Walk

PE389UG

Woodsage Drive

PE389GB

Horseman Close

PE389LG

Bexwell Road

PE389QT

Mill Lane

PE380QQ

St Johns Way

PE389DF

Market Place

PE389UN

Parsley Way

PE389WD

Reynard Row

PE380DG

Crow Hall Estate

PE389BL

Prince Henry Place

PE389HS

Paradise Road

PE389NN

Lynn Road

PE389PQ

Elm Close

PE389RU

Victory Road

PE389RW

Churchill Way

PE389DY

Railway Road

PE389GF

Primrose Avenue

PE389LQ

Bexwell Road

PE389PS

Ash Close

PE389LL

Bexwell Road

PE389XU

South Downham

PE389GS

Snowdrop Grove

PE389HJ

Old Town Close

PE389JU

Priory Road

PE389LN

Rabbit Lane

PE389ND

Hillcrest

PE389SP

Admiralty Close

PE389HH

Paradise Mews

PE389JH

Sherwood Close

PE389LY

Brock Mews

PE389TT

Keats Close

PE389TW

Greenwich Close

PE389HE

Bulrush Avenue

PE389JQ

Snape Lane

PE389SA

Nile Road

PE388EE

Downham Old Town

PE389DS

Bridge Street

PE389EP

Railway Road

PE389FB

Matisse Court

PE389NJ

Lynn Road

PE389SQ

Manby Road

PE389AR

Wingfields

PE389AW

London Road

PE389ET

Fairfield Road

PE389GL

Stallion Close

PE389GW

Foxglove Court

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.