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Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch

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About

Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea, and Christchurch are rural areas in Fenland, known for their agricultural landscapes and quiet village life. The area is characterised by flat, open fields, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. Wisbech St Mary serves as a small hub with basic amenities, while Waldersea and Christchurch are smaller settlements with a more dispersed population.

The River Nene flows near the area, adding to the natural scenery and providing drainage for the surrounding farmland. Historic buildings, such as Christchurch’s medieval church, offer glimpses into the area’s past. The lack of major urban development preserves a slower-paced, countryside atmosphere, making it a place where community ties remain strong. Transport links are limited, reinforcing the area’s rural isolation.

Area overview

On average Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch is £39,600 per year. There are 11 schools in Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 7 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
11.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch Population
10,361
Population density
70.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,500
91.71%
Other White
323
3.12%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
233
2.25%
Other
43
0.42%
Irish
36
0.35%
Total population: 10,359

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,920
43.17%
Owns with a mortgage
1,391
31.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
487
10.95%
Other social rented
371
8.34%
Social rents from council
154
3.46%
Total households: 4,448

Property prices in Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch

Based on 123 recent sales, the median property price is £235,000 in Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch area, with individual transactions ranging from £81,000 up to £948,635.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch 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 Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached79£285,000
Semi-Detached37£205,000
Terraced7£172,000

10 years median price trend in Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Wisbech St Mary, Waldersea & Christchurch.

Data Sources

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