Wisbech Property Market Overview
Fenland town with Garden Town aspirations and significant regeneration plans
The Wisbech property market recorded 417 residential sales over the past 12 months, with a median sale price of £202,500. This places Wisbech £103k below the Cambridgeshire county median of £305,000, and £83k below the UK national median of £285,000.
Prices in Wisbech have shown broadly stable, with a year-on-year change of -1.2%. Within Cambridgeshire, Wisbech ranks 7th by price out of 7 principal towns, and 5th by transaction volume.
Wisbech House Prices by Property Type
Property prices in Wisbech vary significantly by type. The table below compares Wisbech prices with Cambridgeshire county averages and UK national figures.
| Type | Wisbech | Cambridgeshire Avg | UK Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £255,000 | £428,000 | £420,000 |
| Semi-detached | £186,750 | £300,000 | £265,000 |
| Terraced | £135,000 | £253,000 | £230,000 |
| Flat | £79,725 | £161,500 | £225,000 |
Detached homes in Wisbech command £255,000, while flat properties are most accessible at £79,725. The £175k spread between the most and least expensive types indicates a relatively compressed market where margins between types are tighter.
Median Price by Property Type
New Build Homes in Wisbech
Wisbech recorded 9 new-build transactions in the past 12 months, representing 2.2% of total sales. There is moderate development activity, with room for further growth.
New-build properties in Wisbech traded at a premium of 20.0% versus existing stock. This premium supports the viability of new development, as buyers are willing to pay more for new homes.
Across the wider Cambridgeshire market, 154 new-build completions were recorded — see our Cambridgeshire property market report for the full county picture.
Recent Property Sales in Wisbech
The following table shows the most recent property transactions recorded in Wisbech, providing real-time evidence of achieved prices for buyers, sellers, and developers:
| Price | Type | Postcode | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £170,000 | Detached | PE14 0ST | 2026-02-20 | Existing |
| £245,000 | Detached | PE14 0HY | 2026-02-16 | Existing |
| £270,000 | Semi-detached | PE13 4NP | 2026-02-13 | Existing |
| £140,000 | Terraced | PE13 2TU | 2026-02-13 | Existing |
| £420,000 | O | PE13 5NU | 2026-02-12 | Existing |
These transactions are sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid data and represent completed, registered sales. The range from £140,000 to £420,000 illustrates the breadth of the Wisbech market.
Development Finance in Wisbech
For developers considering Wisbech, the local market data translates directly into finance structuring. With a median value of £202,500 and detached homes at £255,000, lenders can assess scheme viability with confidence.
A typical development finance facility for a Wisbech scheme with a GDV of £255,000 would attract senior debt of approximately £165,750 at 65% LTGDV. Mezzanine finance can stretch total borrowing to 85-90% of costs, while bridging loans enable rapid site acquisitions completing in as little as 5 working days.
While prices have softened 1.2% year-on-year, experienced developers can still generate strong returns in Wisbech by targeting well-located sites with clear demand drivers.
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Wisbech Compared to Nearby Cambridgeshire Towns
To put Wisbech's market in context, the table below compares it with similarly-priced towns across Cambridgeshire:
| Town | Median Price | Sales (12m) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisbech | £202,500 | 417 | -1.2% |
| March | £230,000 | 350 | -4.2% |
| St Ives | £300,000 | 205 | -2.8% |
| Huntingdon | £305,000 | 1,074 | -6.2% |
| St Neots | £320,000 | 588 | -3.3% |
| Ely | £335,000 | 845 | -1.5% |
For the full Cambridgeshire town-by-town breakdown, see our comprehensive Cambridgeshire property market report.
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What is the average house price in Wisbech?
The median house price in Wisbech is £202,500, based on 417 transactions over the past 12 months. Detached homes average £255,000 while flat properties average £79,725.
Are house prices rising or falling in Wisbech?
House prices in Wisbech are falling at -1.2% year-on-year. This decline may present buying opportunities for investors and developers. The wider Cambridgeshire market is falling at -2.8%.
How many properties sold in Wisbech recently?
Wisbech recorded 417 residential property sales in the past 12 months. This represents a reasonably active market.
What development finance is available for projects in Wisbech?
Developers in Wisbech can access development finance from 6.5% p.a. at 65-70% LTGDV, mezzanine finance stretching to 85-90% of costs, bridging loans completing in 5-10 days, and development exit finance. Construction Capital sources the best terms from 100+ lenders.