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Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall

About

Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall is a rural ward in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, covering several small villages and hamlets. The area is characterised by flat, open farmland and waterways, including parts of the River Great Ouse. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with a mix of arable and livestock farming. The ward includes the villages of Tilney All Saints, Tilney St Lawrence, and Wiggenhall St Germans, each with historic churches and traditional Norfolk brick-and-flint buildings.

The ward is sparsely populated, with a strong sense of community in its villages. Local amenities include primary schools, village halls, and pubs, serving as social hubs. The landscape is dotted with drainage ditches and dykes, remnants of the area's history of marshland reclamation. Transport links are limited, with most residents relying on cars to reach King's Lynn or nearby towns. The ward offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle, with walking and cycling routes along the riverbanks and fenland paths.

Area overview

On average Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 49 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall is £42,126 per year. There are 4 schools in Tilney, Mershe Lande & Wiggenhall: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
49
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
10.3%
Connectivity
N/A
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