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Market Harborough-Welland

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About

Market Harborough-Welland ward is located in the southern part of the Harborough district, covering a mix of residential and rural areas. The ward includes parts of the town of Market Harborough, along with surrounding villages like Great Bowden and Little Bowden. It is bordered by the River Welland, which influences the local landscape. Housing ranges from historic cottages to modern developments, with a blend of urban and semi-rural living.

The area has good transport links, including the A6 road and Market Harborough railway station, providing connections to Leicester and London. Local amenities include schools, shops, and leisure facilities, catering to both town and village residents. The ward also features green spaces like Welland Park, offering recreational opportunities. Agriculture plays a role in the surrounding countryside, contributing to the area's character.

Area overview

On average Market Harborough-Welland has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 45 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Market Harborough-Welland is £47,063 per year. There are 1 schools in Market Harborough-Welland: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
45
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
8.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Market Harborough-Welland Population
8,856
Population density
3,937.4 per km²

Demographics

British
8,027
90.64%
Other White
315
3.56%
Indian
122
1.38%
White and Asian (mixed)
80
0.9%
Irish
56
0.63%
Total population: 8,856

Housing

Owns outright
1,392
36.82%
Owns with a mortgage
1,384
36.6%
Private landlord or letting agency
478
12.64%
Other social rented
324
8.57%
Shared ownership
82
2.17%
Total households: 3,781

Property prices in Market Harborough-Welland

Based on 148 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 in Market Harborough-Welland area, with individual transactions ranging from £93,500 up to £670,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached52£364,750
Flats9£155,000
Semi-Detached38£297,500
Terraced49£250,000

10 years price trend in Market Harborough-Welland

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.