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Sandy

About

Sandy ward encompasses the town of Sandy itself, along with the nearby village of Beeston. The area is situated on the eastern side of the A1 road, with the River Ivel flowing through it. The town centre contains a mix of local shops, supermarkets, and services catering to daily needs. Housing includes a combination of older properties and newer residential developments, with significant green spaces like Sandy Heath on its outskirts.

The ward is known for the RSPB headquarters at The Lodge, a large nature reserve with extensive woodland and heathland trails. The Sandy Railway Station provides a direct rail link to London, supporting commuting. Local geography is defined by the Greensand Ridge, which influences the surrounding landscape and offers elevated views across the region.

Area overview

On average Sandy has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 15.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Sandy is £61,888 per year. There are 6 schools in Sandy: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Sandy

Based on 146 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Sandy area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £1,440,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Sandy over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	Median £/m²	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	35	£425,000	£3,802	£322,000	£382,500	£492,475	£760,500
Flats	6	£147,750	£2,457	£102,500	£130,625	£160,750	£166,500
Semi-Detached	53	£339,995	£3,869	£239,200	£307,500	£365,000	£465,200
Terraced	52	£275,000	£3,816	£148,470	£258,375	£299,963	£372,450

10 years median price trend in Sandy

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/06/2026.

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