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Fenland

England / East of England / Fenland

About

Fenland is a district in Cambridgeshire, part of the East of England. It covers a largely rural area known for its flat, low-lying landscape, shaped by centuries of drainage to create fertile farmland. The district includes market towns like March, Wisbech, and Chatteris, which serve as local hubs for commerce and services. Fenland's economy has traditionally relied on agriculture, with crops like potatoes, cereals, and vegetables grown across its fields.

The area is characterised by its network of drainage channels, rivers, and waterways, including parts of the Fens, one of the UK's most distinctive landscapes. Wisbech, situated along the River Nene, has a historic port and Georgian architecture. Fenland also has connections to the peat extraction industry, though much of the land is now protected for its ecological value. The district offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with easy access to larger cities like Peterborough and Cambridge.

Area overview

On average Fenland has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 86 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 of residents in Fenland is £41,447 per year. There are 45 schools in Fenland: 32 primary (0 Outstanding and 26 Good) and 5 secondary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
11.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Fenland Population
102,462
Population density
187.5 per km²

Demographics

British
88,028
85.91%
Other White
9,058
8.84%
Other
676
0.66%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
593
0.58%
African
455
0.44%
Total population: 102,461

Housing

Owns outright
16,632
37.73%
Owns with a mortgage
12,820
29.08%
Private landlord or letting agency
7,788
17.67%
Other social rented
4,407
10%
Social rents from council
1,174
2.66%
Total households: 44,083

Property prices in Fenland

Based on 1,381 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Fenland area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £948,635.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached692£295,000
Flats30£100,000
Semi-Detached427£215,000
Terraced232£175,000

10 years price trend in Fenland

Data Sources

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