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About

Nelson ward is located in the coastal town of Great Yarmouth, Norfolk. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes and flats. It lies close to the town centre, providing easy access to local amenities, shops, and public transport. The ward also includes parts of the seafront, linking it to Great Yarmouth’s tourism and leisure economy.

The area has a strong sense of community, with several schools, parks, and local facilities serving residents. Nelson ward is known for its historical ties to the fishing industry, which once played a significant role in the town’s economy. While quieter than the busier tourist areas, it remains a practical and well-connected part of Great Yarmouth.

Area overview

On average Nelson has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 301 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 26.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Nelson is £31,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Nelson: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

301

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Nelson Population

9,342

Population density

3,657.1 per km²

Demographics

British

6,379

68.29%

Other White

1,594

17.06%

African

356

3.81%

Other

250

2.68%

White and Black African (mixed)

148

1.58%

Total population: 9,341

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,700

40.89%

Social rents from council

989

23.79%

Owns outright

694

16.69%

Owns with a mortgage

384

9.24%

Other social rented

269

6.47%

Total households: 4,157

Property prices in Nelson

Based on 77 recent sales, the median property price is £115,000 in Nelson area, with individual transactions ranging from £45,000 up to £370,000.

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 Nelson over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1	£370,000	£370,000	£370,000	£370,000	£370,000
Flats	17	£95,000	£49,000	£83,000	£110,000	£207,500
Semi-Detached	6	£148,500	£92,000	£113,750	£172,750	£242,000
Terraced	53	£117,000	£83,800	£100,000	£140,000	£186,000

10 years median price trend in Nelson

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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