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Wensum

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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 average crime levels, with around 102 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 1.2× the East of England average of 82 per 1,000. Approximately 38.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Wensum is £44,581 per year. The median sale price in Wensum is £220,000 (around £270 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £190,000 and £250,000. There are 5 schools in Wensum: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 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

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Wensum Population

12,734

Population density

3,867.8 per km²

Crime

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

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

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

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

Median price: £220,000

Price per sq ft: £270

Sales (last 12 months): 117

Typical range (middle 50%): £190K – £250K

Based on 117 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 (about £270 per square foot) in Wensum area, with individual transactions ranging from £106,000 up to £680,000.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Wensum over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	£/sq ft	P5	P25	P75	P95
Detached	11	£315,000	£291	£235,250	£257,500	£440,000	£617,500
Semi-Detached	21	£246,000	£300	£202,500	£225,000	£265,000	£425,000
Terraced	65	£218,000	£267	£172,000	£197,500	£241,000	£337,000
Flats	20	£149,500	£248	£111,775	£133,750	£158,000	£180,000

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Wensum

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wensum.
Year	Detached	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£233,000	£121,500	£188,625	£168,750
2017	£244,000	£134,500	£203,500	£178,500
2018	£242,500	£134,250	£190,000	£190,000
2019	£250,000	£120,000	£203,500	£178,500
2020	£230,000	£128,500	£207,250	£200,000
2021	£297,250	£136,250	£230,000	£205,000
2022	£365,000	£140,000	£265,000	£234,500
2023	£285,000	£142,750	£250,000	£220,000
2024	£281,250	£145,000	£250,500	£220,000
2025	£326,250	£137,000	£249,000	£216,500
2026	£322,500	£149,500	£240,500	£227,500

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Wensum.
Year	Detached	Flats	Semi-Detached	Terraced
2016	£221	£175	£234	£208
2017	£194	£224	£232	£219
2018	£225	£213	£249	£222
2019	£276	£207	£242	£229
2020	£269	£201	£248	£232
2021	£273	£209	£280	£245
2022	£307	£244	£307	£275
2023	£330	£228	£282	£286
2024	£268	£252	£275	£274
2025	£287	£245	£279	£271
2026	£285	£248	£304	£280

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Norwich district.

Band A£1,669

Band B£1,947

Band C£2,225

Band D£2,503

Band E£3,060

Band F£3,616

Band G£4,172

Band H£5,007

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Wensum ward.

Local councillors

Ben Price

Wensum - Elected 7 May 2026

Green Party

Tom Butterworth

Wensum - Elected 7 May 2026

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About

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Area Profile

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Demographics

Ethnic groups

Economics

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Housing

Housing tenure

Property prices in Wensum

Prices by property typelast 12 months

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Wensum

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Council Tax Bands

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