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About

Wilsthorpe ward lies in the southern part of the borough of Erewash, bordering Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing developments from different periods. It contains local amenities such as shops and schools that serve the immediate community. The ward includes the distinct neighbourhood of Breaston, which has its own historical village centre.

The landscape is characterised by open fields and the course of the River Trent forms part of its western boundary. This proximity to the river and surrounding farmland provides accessible green space. The Trent Meadows nature area offers walking routes alongside the water. The Erewash Canal also runs through the eastern section of the ward, contributing to its network of local footpaths.

Area overview

On average Wilsthorpe has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Wilsthorpe is £49,830 per year. There are 3 schools in Wilsthorpe: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Wilsthorpe is home to around 7,568 people, with a population density of about 4,701.5 per km2.

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Wilsthorpe Population

7,568

Population density

4,701.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

23.92(-30%)

Public order

10.57(+51%)

Shoplifting

8.85(0%)

Anti-social behaviour

8.59(-48%)

Criminal damage and arson

4.36(-42%)

East Midlands average

Demographics

British

6,769

89.45%

Other White

256

3.38%

Indian

137

1.81%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

1.04%

Chinese

0.59%

Total population: 7,567

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

1,753

28.19%

Level 3 (A level)

1,221

19.63%

No qualifications

978

15.73%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

919

14.78%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

751

12.08%

Total 16+ residents: 6,219

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,268

38.99%

Owns outright

1,262

38.81%

Private landlord or letting agency

416

12.79%

Other social rented

201

6.18%

Other forms of private rent

1.35%

Total households: 3,252

Property prices in Wilsthorpe

Based on 106 recent sales, the median property price is £229,000 in Wilsthorpe area, with individual transactions ranging from £99,830 up to £580,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Wilsthorpe over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	33	£370,000	£215,000	£277,500	£425,000	£508,162
Flats	3	£128,000	£120,800	£124,000	£131,500	£134,300
Semi-Detached	51	£222,000	£156,000	£206,000	£249,600	£321,000
Terraced	19	£175,000	£154,700	£166,375	£194,975	£237,500

10 years median price trend in Wilsthorpe

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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