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.
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).
Based on 1,281 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Fenland area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £948,635.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 637 | £295,000 |
| Flats | 26 | £99,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 401 | £217,500 |
| Terraced | 217 | £175,000 |
10 years price trend in Fenland
Chatteris North & Manea
Chatteris South
Doddington & Wimblington
Elm & Christchurch
Leverington & Wisbech Rural
March East
March North
March South
March West & Benwick
Parson Drove & Wisbech St Mary
Whittlesey East & Villages
Whittlesey Lattersey
Whittlesey North West
Whittlesey South
Wisbech North
Wisbech Riverside
Wisbech South
Wisbech Walsoken & Waterlees
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.