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About

Wensum ward encompasses a mix of residential streets and commercial areas just north of Norwich city centre. The River Wensum forms its southern boundary, with paths following its course. The area includes part of the historic Magdalen Street, known for its independent shops and global food stores. Housing ranges from Victorian terraces to modern apartment buildings, serving a significant student population due to its proximity to the University of East Anglia campus.

The ward contains several notable green spaces, including Heigham Park and the larger Mousehold Heath on its eastern edge. A key local landmark is the medieval Bishop Bridge, one of the oldest in the city. The area has a practical, lived-in character, with local amenities focused along Dereham Road and Magdalen Street, catering to the daily needs of its residents.

Area overview

On average Wensum has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 38.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Wensum is £44,592 per year. There are 9 schools in Wensum: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Wensum is home to around 12,734 people, with a population density of about 3,867.8 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
102
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
38.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wensum Population
12,734
Population density
3,867.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
54.26(+72%)
Anti-social behaviour
17.98(+55%)
Criminal damage and arson
13.9(+119%)
Public order
7.62(+49%)
Other theft
6.83(+25%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,923
77.94%
Other White
1,039
8.16%
African
270
2.12%
Other Asian
229
1.8%
Other
203
1.59%
Total population: 12,732

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,858
27.94%
No qualifications
2,125
20.77%
Level 3 (A level)
2,073
20.26%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,240
12.12%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,144
11.18%
Total 16+ residents: 10,230

Housing

Housing tenure

Social rents from council
1,749
32.46%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,162
21.57%
Owns with a mortgage
972
18.04%
Owns outright
945
17.54%
Other social rented
399
7.41%
Total households: 5,388

Property prices in Wensum

Based on 111 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 in Wensum area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £555,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wensum 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 Wensum over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£327,500
Flats15£137,500
Semi-Detached22£255,100
Terraced63£215,000

10 years median price trend in Wensum

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

All postcodes in Wensum

NR58YF

Knowland Grove

NR23UB

Godric Place

NR24DF

Waterworks Road

NR58EA

Ranworth Road

NR24DQ

Sycamore Crescent

NR24LT

Heigham Street

NR58DB

Cadge Road

NR58YD

Knowland Grove

NR65EN

Hellesdon Road

NR58UA

Picturehouse Court

NR58XF

Jex Lane

NR24FZ

Dolphin Grove

NR58EF

Clarkson Road

NR24HE

Livingstone Street

NR65AY

Hellesdon Mill Lane

NR24EF

Church Close

NR24HD

Turner Road

NR24JT

Nile Street

NR23UQ

Wheatley Road

NR58XN

Marlpit Lane

NR23UG

Waterman Road

NR58QN

Darrell Place

NR24EY

Northumberland Street

NR58QG

Dereham Road

NR24LG

Heigham Street

NR58DN

Horning Close

NR24DT

Dolphin Grove

NR58XB

Marlpit Lane

NR58DG

Cadge Road

NR24NA

West End Street

NR58BD

Apsley Court

NR58PR

Guardian Road

NR58AE

Bowthorpe Road

NR24DN

Nelson Street

NR58YG

Knowland Grove

NR23TB

Dereham Road

NR24HN

Hotblack Road

NR58EG

Motum Road

NR24DS

Nelson Street

NR58QJ

Wensum

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.