Kettlewell Lane
King's Lynn and West Norfolk, Norfolk, England
Reality check: Affordable entry at £195,750 with stable market liquidity. Strong 14% growth over 5 years supports the investment case.
Who Is This Street For?
Scored by profile based on what matters most to each group.
Strong case: 14% 5-year growth, affordable entry (£195,750).
Safety score of 15 is the main barrier. School proximity doesn't compensate for high crime.
How this is calculated
Safety 30%, Schools 30%, Environment 20%, Amenities 10%, Energy 10%
Limited connectivity (transport 60, walkability 25). May not suit a commuting lifestyle.
How this is calculated
Transport 35%, Walkability 30%, Amenities 25%, Market 10%
Strong case: 14% 5-year growth, affordable entry (£195,750).
How this is calculated
Liquidity 35%, Market 35%, Price trend bonus up to +30
Limited by safety (15), service access (30). Not ideal for settled retirement.
How this is calculated
Safety 25%, Environment 25%, Amenities 20%, Energy 15%, Walkability 15%
Good entry point at £195,750, but safety (15) needs consideration.
How this is calculated
Affordability 40%, Transport 25%, Amenities 20%, Safety 15%
Things You Should Know
Area safety score 15/100 — crime rates in this area (LSOA, not this specific street) are well above average. Exercise caution, especially at night.
High flood risk. Specialist insurance likely required. Check Environment Agency flood maps before purchasing.
How Life Works Here
Kettlewell Lane is located in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, near King's Lynn, Norfolk. Crime is a significant concern, with 351 incidents recorded in 12 months — well above the national average. Violence and sexual offences dominate reports. 167 violent offences were recorded (48% of total). Some amenities are available nearby, though a car may be useful for regular errands like grocery shopping. Public transport is accessible, with rail stops within reach. The nearest is about 349m away. The median property price is £195,750, with moderate growth of 14% over five years. Based on 6 transactions recorded since 2014. Rented accommodation predominates, and a notable retired population. There are 8 schools within 2 km, 6 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. 2 are rated Outstanding. Both primary and secondary options are available locally. The nearest school is just 132m away. However, high local crime rates are a serious concern for families with children, regardless of school proximity. This street falls within Flood Zone 3 — a high-risk area for flooding from sea sources. Specialist flood insurance and any necessary mitigation should be factored into a purchase decision. This street may particularly suit property investors. Some market indicators point to a cooling trend. Overall, this street scores 45 out of 100 for liveability, placing it in the top 20% within its district. Note that the composite score masks a serious safety concern that may outweigh other strengths for many residents.
Score Breakdown
Each dimension scored 0-100 from open government data. Source listed under each bar.
police.uk crime data (12-month rolling), LSOA-level area, not street-level
OpenStreetMap amenities within 2km
DfT NaPTAN + TfL stops
DEFRA noise & air quality, OS green space
HM Land Registry price paid data
GIAS schools + Ofsted ratings
OSM footpath density + connectivity
EPC Register — awaiting public API access
Environment Agency flood zones
Property Market
Terraced | Freehold | Market: stable
Based on 6 transactions. Moderate sample — prices may not fully represent current market value.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Open Government Licence v3.0)
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Public Services Nearby
Public facilities within walking distance from Kettlewell Lane, with detailed information for each.
gyms & sports centres (4)
- Saint James’ Swimming and Fitness Centre 528m · 7 min walk
- Brothers 4 Life Kings Lynn BJJ 1238m · 16 min walk
- Valeo Athletic 1711m · 21 min walk
- Aerial Fitness and Fun 1743m · 22 min walk
libraries (3)
- King's Lynn Library 605m · 8 min walk
- Kings Lynn Library 739m · 9 min walk
- Gaywood Library 1112m · 14 min walk
parks & green spaces (5)
- Kettlewell Lane Park 70m · 1 min walk
- Loke Road Park 260m · 3 min walk
- Losinga Road Park 479m · 6 min walk
- Saint James’ Park 569m · 7 min walk
- The Walks 730m · 9 min walk
schools (5)
- Eastgate Academy 132m · 2 min walk
- King's Lynn Nursery School 616m · 8 min walk
- Greenpark Academy 767m · 10 min walk
- Greyfriars Academy 893m · 11 min walk
- Fen Rivers Academy 1154m · 14 min walk
Transport Links
Similar Streets
- South Street — King's Lynn and West Norfolk44
- Austin Fields — King's Lynn and West Norfolk44
- Archdale Street — King's Lynn and West Norfolk46
- Bridge Street — King's Lynn and West Norfolk49
- Portland Street — King's Lynn and West Norfolk43
Data Transparency
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- OS Open Roads — Crown copyright and database right
- HM Land Registry Price Paid Data — Crown copyright
- police.uk crime data — Open Government Licence v3.0
- OpenStreetMap — ODbL licence
- DfT NaPTAN — Open Government Licence v3.0
- GIAS schools data — Crown copyright
- Environment Agency flood data — OGL v3.0
- DEFRA noise and air quality — OGL v3.0
- ONS Census 2021 — Open Government Licence v3.0
All scores are computed from publicly available government and open data. No proprietary data is used. Scores reflect statistical patterns, not guarantees. Limited data available for this street — interpret scores with caution.
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