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South Wymondham

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About

South Wymondham ward encompasses the southern part of the historic market town, extending into the surrounding rural landscape of South Norfolk. The area is primarily residential, with housing developments ranging from older properties near the town centre to newer estates on its fringes. It includes significant green spaces and playing fields, alongside local schools and community facilities that serve the population. The ward's boundary follows natural and man-made features, integrating suburban living with open countryside.

The River Tiffey flows through parts of the ward, contributing to its character. Agricultural land and smaller woodland areas are present on its southern edges, reflecting the ward's transition from town to country. Local commerce is focused along the main routes, with independent shops and services catering to daily needs. The presence of the historic Wymondham Abbey, though primarily in the adjacent ward, influences the southern area's setting and backdrop.

Area overview

On average South Wymondham has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 134 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in South Wymondham is £63,794 per year. There are 1 schools in South Wymondham: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). South Wymondham is home to around 6,374 people, with a population density of about 202.9 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
134
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
9.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

South Wymondham Population
6,374
Population density
202.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
58.68(+89%)
Other crime
37.5(+1775%)
Shoplifting
13.18(+85%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.55(+96%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.57(-17%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,872
92.21%
Other White
177
2.78%
White and Asian (mixed)
51
0.8%
Indian
38
0.6%
Chinese
36
0.57%
Total population: 6,368

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,791
35.76%
Level 3 (A level)
946
18.89%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
789
15.75%
No qualifications
649
12.96%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
461
9.21%
Total 16+ residents: 5,008

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,036
40.37%
Owns outright
810
31.57%
Private landlord or letting agency
299
11.65%
Other social rented
242
9.43%
Shared ownership
66
2.57%
Total households: 2,566

Property prices in South Wymondham

Based on 116 recent sales, the median property price is £294,500 in South Wymondham area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £805,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Wymondham in the 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 South Wymondham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached48£390,000
Flats3£215,000
Semi-Detached51£270,000
Terraced14£267,250

10 years median price trend in South Wymondham

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in South Wymondham.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.