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King's Lynn and West Norfolk

About

King's Lynn and West Norfolk is a district in Norfolk, East of England, covering a mix of coastal and rural landscapes. The area includes the historic town of King's Lynn, known for its medieval architecture and maritime heritage. The district stretches along the Wash, a large estuary, and features farmland, nature reserves, and small villages.

The region has a strong agricultural presence, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. The coast attracts visitors for its wildlife and quiet beaches, while inland areas offer traditional market towns like Downham Market. The district balances historic charm with practical rural life, providing a quieter alternative to busier parts of the East of England.

Area overview

On average King's Lynn and West Norfolk has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in King's Lynn and West Norfolk is £41,160 per year. There are 85 schools in King's Lynn and West Norfolk: 69 primary (2 Outstanding and 54 Good) and 8 secondary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

King's Lynn and West Norfolk Population

154,325

Population density

107.2 per km²

Demographics

British

136,966

88.75%

Other White

9,386

6.08%

Indian

1,238

0.8%

Other Asian

979

0.63%

Other

860

0.56%

Total population: 154,326

Housing

Owns outright

28,053

41.58%

Owns with a mortgage

17,150

25.42%

Private landlord or letting agency

10,482

15.54%

Other social rented

7,013

10.4%

Other forms of private rent

2,222

3.29%

Total households: 67,464

Property prices in King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Based on 2,019 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in King's Lynn and West Norfolk area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,000 up to £3,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 King's Lynn and West Norfolk over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	984	£340,000	£195,000	£279,999	£435,000	£734,250
Flats	97	£120,000	£70,000	£89,250	£150,000	£247,600
Semi-Detached	544	£242,750	£150,000	£208,963	£285,000	£424,250
Terraced	394	£195,000	£120,000	£169,996	£238,375	£402,250

10 years median price trend in King's Lynn and West Norfolk

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

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

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