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Sleaford Westholme

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Crime
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About

The Sleaford Westholme ward encompasses a portion of the historic market town of Sleaford, situated within the North Kesteven district. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing developments from different eras, alongside local amenities and schools that serve the community. Its boundaries are defined by key transport routes, including the A17 and the railway line, which historically shaped its growth. The ward contains several industrial estates that provide local employment, contributing to its functional character.

A significant feature is the presence of the Sleaford Navigation, a canal that once connected the town to the River Witham. This waterway, now largely disused for commercial traffic, adds a distinct linear green space and historical texture to the ward's landscape. The area is also home to the town's recreation ground, a large public park with sports facilities. The urban fabric here is practical, with a focus on everyday community life rather than tourism.

Area overview

On average Sleaford Westholme has average deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 11.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Sleaford Westholme is £53,681 per year. The median sale price in Sleaford Westholme is £220,000 (around £229 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £185,000 and £275,000. There are 2 schools in Sleaford Westholme: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
11.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Sleaford Westholme

Median price: £220,000
Price per sq ft: £229
Sales (last 12 months): 29
Typical range (middle 50%): £185K – £275K

Based on 29 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 (about £229 per square foot) in Sleaford Westholme area, with individual transactions ranging from £87,950 up to £340,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Sleaford Westholme over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached14£277,500£243
Semi-Detached12£201,000£207
Terraced2£141,500£198
Flats1£87,950£151

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Sleaford Westholme

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Sleaford Westholme.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£161,475£72,000£147,000£89,500
2017£215,000£72,250£148,000£91,000
2018£185,000£72,250£159,750£90,500
2019£205,000£94,750£155,000£99,500
2020£190,000£100,000£170,000£130,000
2021£247,500£64,000£174,000£103,000
2022£263,750£78,000£200,000£153,000
2023£245,000£78,000£185,000£115,000
2024£215,000£80,000£198,750£91,750
2025£272,000£83,225£210,000£126,000
2026£282,500—£188,500£141,500
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Sleaford Westholme.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Sleaford Westholme.
YearDetachedFlatsSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£186£142£141£152
2017£182£122£155£153
2018£198£127£178£122
2019£219£164£185£140
2020£180£179£187£192
2021£214£106£176£175
2022£237£137£228£199
2023£261£137£198£183
2024£214£122£237£169
2025£245£147£225£188
2026£245—£207£198
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Sleaford Westholme.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Sleaford Westholme in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for North Kesteven district.

Band A£1,559
Band B£1,818
Band C£2,078
Band D£2,338
Band E£2,857
Band F£3,377
Band G£3,896
Band H£4,676

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Sleaford Westholme ward.

Local councillors

Sandy Buchanan

Sleaford Westholme - Elected 12 Mar 2026

Reform UK

Frequently asked questions about Sleaford Westholme

What is the average house price in Sleaford Westholme?

The median sale price in Sleaford Westholme is £220,000 (about £229 per square foot) based on 29 registered sales according to HM Land Registry data.

Are there good schools in Sleaford Westholme?

Sleaford Westholme has 1 primary school (1 Good) and 1 secondary school (1 Good). Ratings are official Ofsted judgements or Area360 summaries of the latest available inspection grades.

How deprived is Sleaford Westholme?

Sleaford Westholme scores 6 out of 10 on the deprivation scale, where 10 is the most deprived. The typical neighbourhood in Sleaford Westholme sits around rank 14,033 of 32,844 in England on the official Index of Multiple Deprivation (rank 1 is the most deprived).

What is the average household income in Sleaford Westholme?

The average household income in Sleaford Westholme is around £53,681 per year, and 12% of homes are social housing (ONS data).

Who are the local councillors for Sleaford Westholme?

Sleaford Westholme is represented by 1 elected councillor: Sandy Buchanan (Reform UK).