What's the average income in Downham Old Town?

Average resident income is about £40,800 per year.

How many households are in Downham Old Town?

There are 1,481 households in Downham Old Town

What's the Downham Old Town population and density?

Downham Old Town population is 3,185 with density 3104.0 per km².

What are house prices in Downham Old Town?

Based on 44 recent sales, the median price is £185,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

What home types are most common in Downham Old Town?

Housing mix: semi-detached 27.0%, detached 24.1%.

How deprived is Downham Old Town?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 13143 of 32844 in country).

How safe is Downham Old Town?

Crime level in Downham Old Town is high with about 109 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are prices by property type in Downham Old Town?

Latest medians: Detached £490,000, Semi-detached £232,500, Terraced £171,000, Flats £137,500.

How much social housing is near Downham Old Town?

About 18.2% across the Downham Old Town area.

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Downham Old Town

England / East of England / King's Lynn and West Norfolk / Downham Old Town

About

Downham Old Town ward is located in the market town of Downham Market, within the King's Lynn and West Norfolk district. The area features a mix of residential and commercial properties, with a focus on local businesses and community services. The ward includes historic buildings and traditional architecture, reflecting its long-standing role as a central part of the town.

The ward is served by good transport links, including the nearby Downham Market railway station, providing connections to King's Lynn and Cambridge. Green spaces, such as the town park, offer recreational areas for residents. The area maintains a strong sense of community, with regular events and markets held in the town centre.

Area overview

On average Downham Old Town has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 109 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Downham Old Town is £40,800 per year.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

109

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

18.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Downham Old Town Population

3,185

Population density

3,104 per km²

Demographics

British

2,724

85.55%

Other White

265

8.32%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

1.01%

Other

0.94%

Other Asian

0.75%

Total population: 3,184

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

429

28.97%

Owns outright

408

27.55%

Owns with a mortgage

329

22.21%

Other social rented

207

13.98%

Social rents from council

3.78%

Total households: 1,481

Property prices in Downham Old Town

Based on 44 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Downham Old Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £46,000 up to £725,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£490,000	£262,175	£321,250	£556,250	£677,750
Flats	11	£137,500	£78,000	£120,000	£145,000	£153,500
Semi-Detached	10	£232,500	£138,250	£188,125	£275,750	£305,050
Terraced	13	£171,000	£154,000	£165,000	£185,000	£216,200

10 years price trend in Downham Old Town

All postcodes in Downham Old Town

PE389DS

Bridge Street

PE389EP

Railway Road

PE389ET

Fairfield Road

PE388EE

Downham Market

PE389AW

Church Road

PE389HY

Priory Road

PE389LE

Church Road

PE389NJ

Bexwell Road

PE389DG

Downham Market

PE389JJ

Nelson Avenue

PE389AS

London Road

PE389DB

High Street

PE389JR

St Winnold Close

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail