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Whaplode and Holbeach St John's

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About

Whaplode and Holbeach St John's ward is located in the South Holland district of Lincolnshire. The area is predominantly rural, with farmland and open countryside shaping much of the landscape. The ward includes the villages of Whaplode and Holbeach St John, which are connected by quiet country roads. Agriculture plays a key role in the local economy, with a mix of arable and livestock farming.

The villages feature traditional brick and stone houses, along with a few local amenities such as churches and village halls. The River Welland runs near Whaplode, adding to the area's natural character. Public transport links are limited, reflecting the ward's rural setting. The community is small and close-knit, with local events often centred around village life. The surrounding fenland provides a flat, open environment typical of the region.

Area overview

On average Whaplode and Holbeach St John's has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 77 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whaplode and Holbeach St John's is £39,158 per year. There are 2 schools in Whaplode and Holbeach St John's: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
77
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
7.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Whaplode and Holbeach St John's Population
4,330
Population density
67.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,060
93.85%
Other White
122
2.82%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
24
0.55%
Irish
23
0.53%
Caribbean
13
0.3%
Total population: 4,326

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
927
49.95%
Owns with a mortgage
563
30.33%
Private landlord or letting agency
141
7.6%
Social rents from council
119
6.41%
Other forms of private rent
51
2.75%
Total households: 1,856

Property prices in Whaplode and Holbeach St John's

Based on 58 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Whaplode and Holbeach St John's area, with individual transactions ranging from £137,500 up to £625,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Whaplode and Holbeach St John's 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 Whaplode and Holbeach St John's over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached50£332,500
Semi-Detached8£220,000

10 years median price trend in Whaplode and Holbeach St John's

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Whaplode and Holbeach St John's.

Data Sources

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