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East Markham

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About

East Markham ward encompasses the village of East Markham itself along with several smaller surrounding settlements, including West Drayton and Tuxford. The area is characterised by agricultural land and a mix of historic and modern housing. The landscape is predominantly flat, typical of the Nottinghamshire claylands, with fields defining the views between communities. Local life centres on village amenities like shops, schools, and pubs, serving a largely residential population.

The ward contains the A1 road and the East Coast Main Line railway, providing significant transport links that historically shaped its development. A notable local landmark is the Markham Moor Little Chef roundabout building, a distinctive 1960s hyperbolic paraboloid structure. The area's economy has traditional ties to farming, though many residents now commute to larger towns for work. Community events often focus on the village halls and the parish church of St. John the Baptist in East Markham.

Area overview

On average East Markham has average deprivation and low crime levels, with around 66 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 31% below the East Midlands average of 96 per 1,000. Approximately 7.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in East Markham is £51,028 per year. The median sale price in East Markham is £370,000 (around £266 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £285,000 and £450,000. There are 2 schools in East Markham: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). East Markham is home to around 2,501 people, with a population density of about 45.5 per km².

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

East Markham Population

2,501

Population density

45.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

22.39(-35%)

Criminal damage and arson

12.79(+72%)

Vehicle crime

11.6(+182%)

Anti-social behaviour

8.4(-50%)

Other crime

5.6(+137%)

East Midlands average

Demographics

British

2,390

95.56%

Other White

1.08%

Irish

0.6%

Indian

0.52%

Pakistani

0.52%

Total population: 2,501

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

721

34.14%

Level 3 (A level)

399

18.89%

No qualifications

352

16.67%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

279

13.21%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

196

9.28%

Total 16+ residents: 2,112

Housing

Owns outright

515

48.95%

Owns with a mortgage

327

31.08%

Private landlord or letting agency

8.56%

Social rents from council

5.8%

Other forms of private rent

3.42%

Total households: 1,052

Property prices in East Markham

Median price: £370,000

Price per sq ft: £266

Sales (last 12 months): 33

Typical range (middle 50%): £285K – £450K

Based on 33 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 (about £266 per square foot) in East Markham area, with individual transactions ranging from £152,500 up to £650,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in East Markham over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Detached	23	£425,000	£281	£287,000	£364,975	£495,000	£637,500
Terraced	2	£265,000	£314	£188,500	£222,500	£307,500	£341,500
Semi-Detached	8	£230,000	£232	£160,200	£189,875	£290,000	£329,750

10-year price trendmedian sale price in East Markham

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in East Markham.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£316,250	£130,000	—
2017	£295,000	£225,000	£180,000
2018	£363,000	£159,500	£306,000
2019	£316,000	£335,000	£200,000
2020	£358,750	£184,000	£125,000
2021	£405,000	£213,500	£125,000
2022	£385,000	£190,000	£260,000
2023	£442,000	£170,000	£130,500
2024	£350,000	£297,500	£182,000
2025	£380,000	£203,500	£200,000
2026	£425,000	£250,000	—

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in East Markham.
Year	Detached	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£172	£195	—
2017	£186	£187	£136
2018	£193	£170	£215
2019	£198	£186	£216
2020	£208	£152	£204
2021	£227	£186	£169
2022	£255	£222	£224
2023	£272	£171	£147
2024	£237	£246	£271
2025	£254	£226	£293
2026	£301	£251	—

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Bassetlaw district.

Band A£1,763

Band B£2,057

Band C£2,351

Band D£2,645

Band E£3,233

Band F£3,820

Band G£4,408

Band H£5,290

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for East Markham ward.

Local councillors

Gary Dinsdale

East Markham - Elected 4 May 2023

Conservative

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About

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Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in East Markham

Prices by property typelast 12 months

10-year price trendmedian sale price in East Markham

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

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