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About

West Winch ward is located in the borough of King's Lynn and West Norfolk, covering the village of West Winch and surrounding rural areas. The ward lies just south of King's Lynn, with the A10 road running through it, providing a key transport link. The area features a mix of farmland, residential developments, and small businesses, reflecting its transition from a traditional agricultural community.

The village of West Winch has seen recent housing growth, with new estates expanding its population. Local amenities include a primary school, village hall, and a few shops, catering to daily needs. The ward also includes parts of the Hardwick Industrial Estate, contributing to employment opportunities. Open spaces and footpaths along the River Nar offer recreational options, while the nearby A47 provides connections to wider Norfolk and beyond.

Area overview

On average West Winch has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Winch is £50,100 per year. There are 2 schools in West Winch: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
6.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

West Winch Population
5,004
Population density
185.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,606
92.03%
Other White
166
3.32%
Indian
50
1%
Irish
35
0.7%
White and Asian (mixed)
28
0.56%
Total population: 5,005

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,055
49.74%
Owns with a mortgage
648
30.55%
Private landlord or letting agency
174
8.2%
Other social rented
142
6.69%
Other forms of private rent
49
2.31%
Total households: 2,121

Property prices in West Winch

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in West Winch area, with individual transactions ranging from £96,000 up to £640,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for West Winch 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 West Winch over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached50£331,500
Flats1£150,000
Semi-Detached8£260,000
Terraced4£206,250

10 years median price trend in West Winch

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

Data Sources

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