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Whissendine

England / East Midlands / Rutland / Whissendine

About

Whissendine ward is located in the northern part of Rutland, England. It includes the village of Whissendine, which lies approximately 5 miles northeast of Oakham, the county town. The area is characterised by rural landscapes, with farmland and open fields dominating the surroundings. The ward is part of the larger Rutland County Council administrative area.

The village of Whissendine features traditional stone-built houses and a historic church, St Andrew’s, which dates back to the 13th century. Local amenities include a primary school, a pub, and a village hall. The ward is served by nearby transport links, including the A606 road, providing access to larger towns. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, with farming activities shaping much of the land use. The area offers a quiet, countryside setting with a small, close-knit community.

Area overview

On average Whissendine has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 23 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whissendine is £46,047 per year. There are 1 schools in Whissendine: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
23
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
9.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Whissendine Population
1,245
Population density
57.8 per km²

Demographics

British
1,195
95.98%
Other White
26
2.09%
Irish
6
0.48%
Indian
5
0.4%
Pakistani
5
0.4%
Total population: 1,245

Housing

Owns outright
291
54.09%
Owns with a mortgage
137
25.46%
Other social rented
45
8.36%
Private landlord or letting agency
40
7.43%
Social rents from council
12
2.23%
Total households: 538

Property prices in Whissendine

Based on 10 recent sales, the median property price is £380,000 in Whissendine area, with individual transactions ranging from £240,000 up to £635,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£410,000
Terraced2£292,500

10 years price trend in Whissendine

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.