The Southery, Feltwell & Hockwold area lies in the southern part of King's Lynn and West Norfolk, close to the Cambridgeshire and Suffolk borders. The landscape is predominantly rural, with farmland, fenland, and the River Great Ouse shaping the area. Southery is a small village with historic ties to agriculture and peat digging, while Feltwell and Hockwold are larger settlements with a mix of residential and farming communities. The region is known for its quiet, countryside atmosphere and proximity to nature reserves like Feltwell Fen.
Transport links include the A10 and A134 roads, providing connections to nearby towns like Downham Market and Thetford. The area has a range of local amenities, including schools, pubs, and village halls, serving both residents and visitors. The nearby Lakenheath Fen RSPB reserve attracts birdwatchers, adding to the area's appeal for outdoor enthusiasts. With its blend of rural charm and practical facilities, the Southery, Feltwell & Hockwold area offers a balance of quiet living and accessibility.
Area overview
On average Southery, Feltwell & Hockwold has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southery, Feltwell & Hockwold is £41,200 per year. There are 7 schools in Southery, Feltwell & Hockwold: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
8.7%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Southery, Feltwell & Hockwold Population
8,740
Population density
51.4 per km²
Demographics
British
7,423
84.94%
Other White
729
8.34%
Other
115
1.32%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
107
1.22%
White and Asian (mixed)
51
0.58%
Total population: 8,739
Christian
4,273
48.89%
No religion
3,750
42.91%
Not answered
602
6.89%
Other religion
54
0.62%
Muslim
26
0.3%
Total population: 8,740
No qualifications
1,902
26.65%
Level 4+ (Degree)
1,559
21.85%
Level 3 (A level)
1,153
16.16%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,014
14.21%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
833
11.67%
Total 16+ residents: 7,136
Employed
3,868
54.19%
Retired
1,810
25.36%
Looking after home or family
439
6.15%
Long-term sick or disabled
288
4.03%
Student
276
3.87%
Total 16+ residents: 7,138
Housing
Owns outright
1,430
39.82%
Owns with a mortgage
966
26.9%
Private landlord or letting agency
581
16.18%
Other social rented
293
8.16%
Other forms of private rent
233
6.49%
Total households: 3,591
Detached
2,076
57.76%
Semi-detached
1,117
31.08%
Terraced
294
8.18%
Purpose-built flat
41
1.14%
Caravan/temporary
23
0.64%
Total households: 3,594
Property prices in Southery, Feltwell & Hockwold
Based on 107 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Southery, Feltwell & Hockwold area, with individual transactions ranging from £113,000 up to £905,000.
Price per property type (last
year)
Price per property type (last
year)
Type
Sales
Median
5th percentile
25th percentile (Lower quartile)
75th percentile (Upper quartile)
95th percentile
Detached
69
£310,000
£175,000
£246,000
£410,000
£565,000
Flats
2
£120,000
£120,000
£120,000
£120,000
£120,000
Semi-Detached
25
£255,000
£153,600
£200,000
£292,500
£349,000
Terraced
11
£210,000
£179,500
£188,500
£230,000
£338,750
10 years price trend
in Southery, Feltwell & Hockwold
