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Kirkham & Wesham

About

Kirkham & Wesham are neighbouring towns in the Fylde, situated on the flat coastal plain between the River Ribble and Blackpool. The area is characterised by a mix of residential streets, local retail, and light industrial estates. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal passes through, offering a linear green corridor for walking and cycling. Wesham's railway station provides a direct link to Preston and Blackpool, making it a practical commuter base for the wider region.

The towns share a functional centre with supermarkets and essential services. Historically, Kirkham was a market town and a centre for linen weaving, with some older buildings reflecting this past. The surrounding landscape is predominantly agricultural, with fields and drainage ditches typical of the Fylde's low-lying farmland. The area serves as a quiet, residential hub for accessing both the rural hinterland and the more populous coastal settlements nearby.

Area overview

On average Kirkham & Wesham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Kirkham & Wesham is £47,933 per year. There are 10 schools in Kirkham & Wesham: 6 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 2 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Kirkham & Wesham is home to around 12,576 people, with a population density of about 868.2 per km2.

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Kirkham & Wesham Population

12,576

Population density

868.2 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

28.31(-24%)

Anti-social behaviour

24.01(+34%)

Criminal damage and arson

7.63(-15%)

Public order

3.5(-65%)

Other theft

3.5(-47%)

North West average

Demographics

British

11,544

91.79%

Other White

476

3.78%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.55%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.49%

Indian

0.45%

Total population: 12,576

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

3,437

33.19%

Level 3 (A level)

1,928

18.62%

No qualifications

1,609

15.54%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,481

14.3%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

966

9.33%

Total 16+ residents: 10,356

Housing

Owns outright

1,942

34.95%

Owns with a mortgage

1,872

33.69%

Private landlord or letting agency

820

14.76%

Other social rented

602

10.84%

Other forms of private rent

109

1.96%

Total households: 5,556

Property prices in Kirkham & Wesham

Based on 180 recent sales, the median property price is £222,750 in Kirkham & Wesham area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,000 up to £1,300,000.

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 Kirkham & Wesham over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Semi-Detached	57	£225,000	£151,600	£192,000	£255,000	£355,000
Terraced	52	£141,000	£89,750	£114,375	£153,600	£216,125
Flats	8	£107,500	£80,364	£98,974	£114,000	£120,000
Detached	63	£325,000	£222,550	£272,475	£384,375	£598,955

10 years median price trend in Kirkham & Wesham

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

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

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