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Wells & Blakeney

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About

The Wells & Blakeney area in North Norfolk is known for its coastal landscapes and historic charm. Wells-next-the-Sea features a working harbour, sandy beaches, and pine-fringed dunes, while Blakeney is a quieter village with a tidal creek and salt marshes. Both locations are part of the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, attracting visitors for birdwatching and coastal walks.

The area has strong maritime ties, with fishing and boat trips still active today. Wells boasts a mix of independent shops and traditional pubs, while Blakeney retains a more secluded feel with its narrow lanes and historic quay. The surrounding coastline is home to seals, migratory birds, and scenic trails like the Norfolk Coast Path.

Area overview

On average Wells & Blakeney has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wells & Blakeney is £41,100 per year. There are 5 schools in Wells & Blakeney: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
15.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wells & Blakeney Population
5,834
Population density
39.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,548
95.1%
Other White
139
2.38%
White and Asian (mixed)
31
0.53%
Irish
27
0.46%
Other Asian
21
0.36%
Total population: 5,834

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,368
48.31%
Other social rented
445
15.71%
Private landlord or letting agency
391
13.81%
Owns with a mortgage
360
12.71%
Other forms of private rent
125
4.41%
Total households: 2,832

Property prices in Wells & Blakeney

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £480,000 in Wells & Blakeney area, with individual transactions ranging from £193,750 up to £1,750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wells & Blakeney 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 Wells & Blakeney over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached49£590,000
Flats3£220,000
Semi-Detached19£315,000
Terraced23£400,000

10 years median price trend in Wells & Blakeney

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wells & Blakeney.

All postcodes in Wells & Blakeney

NR231LG

Neilsen Close

NR231NS

Binham Road

NR242EB

Brinton Road

NR242EF

Barber's Lane

NR242EH

Kings Street

NR242ES

Wells & Blakeney

NR257YA

Wells & Blakeney

NR210DP

Bowling Green Lane

NR210DE

Back Street

NR231AD

Main Road

NR231AE

High Street

NR231AF

Staithe Street

NR231AX

Red Lion Yard

NR231FG

Mill Road

NR231NR

The Street

NR231QU

Binham Road

NR231RQ

Wells & Blakeney

NR231RW

Main Road

NR231SF

Golden Gates Drive

NR242EA

Brinton Road

NR257AE

Marryats Loke

NR257BH

Quay Lane

NR257BT

Field Dalling Road

NR257JP

Blakeney Road

NR257QJ

Wells & Blakeney

NR210AW

Hindringham Road

NR210QF

Bale Road

NR231AY

Staithe Street

NR231AW

Bolts Close

NR231BA

Chapel Yard

NR231BH

Freeman Street

NR231BJ

Chapel Yard

NR231ES

Plummers Hill

NR231GZ

Northfield Lane

NR231HF

Mill Court

NR231QB

Coast Road

NR231RU

The Avenue

NR257AF

St Marys Lane

NR257DP

Wells & Blakeney

NR257PR

Langham Road

NR257QG

The Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.