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Town, South Lynn & West Lynn

England / East of England / King's Lynn and West Norfolk / Town, South Lynn & West Lynn

About

Town, South Lynn, and West Lynn are residential and commercial areas in King's Lynn, located along the River Great Ouse. The town centre features historic buildings, including the medieval Custom House and Tuesday Market Place, alongside modern shops and services. South Lynn is a mix of housing, from Victorian terraces to newer developments, with local amenities like schools and parks. West Lynn, across the river, has a quieter feel with riverside walks and a small ferry connecting it to the town centre.

The area is well-connected by road and rail, with King's Lynn railway station providing links to Cambridge and London. Industrial estates in South Lynn offer employment opportunities, while West Lynn retains a more rural character with open spaces. The river plays a key role in the area's layout, with marinas and waterfront pubs adding to the local atmosphere. Community facilities include libraries, sports centres, and regular markets in the town centre.

Area overview

On average Town, South Lynn & West Lynn has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 198 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 21.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Town, South Lynn & West Lynn is £37,200 per year. There are 6 schools in Town, South Lynn & West Lynn: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
198
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
21.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Town, South Lynn & West Lynn Population
10,887
Population density
741.3 per km²

Demographics

British
8,089
74.31%
Other White
1,919
17.63%
Other
154
1.41%
Other Asian
105
0.96%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
73
0.67%
Total population: 10,886

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,604
30.51%
Owns outright
1,098
20.89%
Other social rented
1,049
19.95%
Owns with a mortgage
952
18.11%
Social rents from council
372
7.08%
Total households: 5,257

Property prices in Town, South Lynn & West Lynn

Based on 112 recent sales, the median property price is £167,500 in Town, South Lynn & West Lynn area, with individual transactions ranging from £58,000 up to £390,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£242,500
Flats27£91,000
Semi-Detached20£197,500
Terraced58£167,750

10 years price trend in Town, South Lynn & West Lynn

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.