Area Info for Wisbech (Cambridgeshire)

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, UK

Wisbech is a historic market town located in Cambridgeshire, England. It is situated on the River Nene and is known for its rich history and cultural heritage. The town has a population of approximately 28,000 residents and serves as a centre for agriculture, industry, and commerce in the region.

History

Wisbech has a long history dating back to medieval times. It was granted a market charter in the 12th century, which contributed to its development as a market town. The town's name is believed to derive from the Old English words "Wysbech," meaning "fortified place." Notable historical landmarks include Wisbech Castle, which was built in the 11th century and has served various purposes over the centuries, including as a royal residence and a prison.

Geography and Environment

The town is located in the Fenlands, an area known for its flat landscape and extensive drainage systems. Wisbech benefits from its proximity to the River Nene, which has historically supported trade and transportation. The surrounding environment includes agricultural land, parks, and nature reserves.

Economy and Industry

Wisbech's economy has traditionally been based on agriculture, with the surrounding Fenlands producing cereals, vegetables, and other crops. In recent years, the town has also developed industries such as manufacturing, food processing, and logistics. The port of Wisbech plays a role in freight and trade activities.

Transport

The town is accessible via road and rail, with the A47 and A1101 roads connecting Wisbech to nearby cities and regions. The railway station provides services to Cambridge, Peterborough, and other destinations. The port also facilitates freight transport.

Culture and Attractions

Wisbech offers various cultural attractions, including the Wisbech & Fenland Museum, which showcases local history and artefacts. The town hosts annual events and festivals that celebrate its heritage. Notable landmarks include Wisbech Castle, St. Peter's Church, and the nearby Peckover House and Gardens.

Education

The town has several primary and secondary schools, as well as further education colleges that provide a range of academic and vocational courses. Education institutions serve the local community and surrounding areas.

Notable People

Wisbech has been associated with several notable individuals, including the poet John Clare, who was born nearby, and the explorer Sir Francis Drake, who is believed to have visited the area.
Education
School
On Track Training Centre0.00 miles
"Enterprise House, Old Field Lane", Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2RJ
Octavia Ap Academy0.28 miles
Coalwharf Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2FP
Wisbech Grammar School0.32 miles
47 North Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1JX
Cambian Wisbech School0.36 miles
Old Session House, 32 Somers Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1JF
Elm Road Primary School0.47 miles
Elm Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2TB
The Nene Infant School0.51 miles
Norwich Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2AP
Thomas Clarkson Academy0.53 miles
Corporation Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2SE
Ramnoth Junior School0.63 miles
Ramnoth Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2JB
Peckover Primary School0.83 miles
Leverington Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1PJ
Meadowgate School0.90 miles
Meadowgate Lane, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2JH
Clarkson Infants School1.08 miles
Trafford Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2ES
St Peter's CofE Aided Junior School1.08 miles
Trafford Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2ES
Orchards Church of England Primary School1.31 miles
Cherry Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 3NP
Leverington Primary Academy1.46 miles
104 Church Road, Leverington, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 5DE
Elm CofE Primary School1.62 miles
Main Road, Elm, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0AG
Begdale House School1.69 miles
Begdale Road, Elm, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0AZ
Health
Clinic
Conifer Lodge0.30 miles
134 North Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1LL
Wisbech Osteopathic Clinic (Octavia View)0.35 miles
Octavia View, 10A - 14 South Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1JQ
Cambs & Peterborough Referral Support Services - Fenland Area0.40 miles
2 Exchange Tower, Post Office Lane, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1HG
Specsavers Hearcare - Cambridgeshire (Wisbech - Specsavers Store)0.46 miles
Specsavers Opticians, 9 Market Place, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1DT
Anglia Community Eye Service Ltd0.56 miles
North Cambridgeshire Hospital, The Park, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 3AB
Friday House2.90 miles
March Road, Friday Bridge, Nr Wisbech,, PE14 0LP
The Huntercombe Centre Cambridge3.50 miles
90 Hungate Road, Emneth, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 8EQ
Ridgeway3.56 miles
Chapel Lane, Newton, Wisbech,, PE13 5EY
Parson Drove Osteopathic Clinic4.41 miles
Parson Drove Surgery, 240 Main Road, Parson Drove, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 4LF
Prison in-reach6.60 miles
Prison in-reach Team, HMP Whitemoor, Longhill Road, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 0PR
Sutton Bridge Medical Centre7.47 miles
Railway Lane, Sutton Bridge, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE12 9UZ
Specsavers Hearcare - Cambridgeshire (March)8.01 miles
Specsavers Opticians, 3-5 Broad Street, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 8TP
Specsavers Hearcare - Cambridgeshire (Mobile - March)8.04 miles
The Riverside Practice, 23 Marylebone Road, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 8BG
Excell Ultrasound Ltd (Riverside Prac)8.04 miles
The Riverside Practice, 23 Marylebone Road, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 8BG
Excell Ultrasound Ltd (Cornerstone Prac)8.07 miles
26 Elwyn Road, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 9BF
Long Sutton Medical Centre8.84 miles
Trafalgar Square, Long Sutton, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE12 9HB
GP
North Brink Practice0.42 miles
North Brink Practice, 7 North Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1JU
Trinity Surgery0.60 miles
Trinity Surgery, 29 St Augustines Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 3UZ
Clarkson Surgery0.75 miles
De Havilland Road, Wisbech, Cambs, PE13 3AN
Upwell Health Centre5.02 miles
The Upwell Health Centre, Townley Close, Upwell, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 9BT
Parson Drove Surgery5.27 miles
Main Road, Parson Drove, Wisbech, Cambs, PE13 4JA
St John's Surgery5.97 miles
Main Road, Terrington St John, Norfolk, England - Uk, PE14 7RR
Dr Booth & Partners7.47 miles
Sutton Bridge Medical Centre, Railway Lane, Sutton Bridge, Spalding, PE12 9UZ
The Riverside Practice8.07 miles
The Riverside Practice, 23 Marylebone Road, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 8BG
The Cornerstone Practice8.07 miles
26 Elwyn Road, March, Cambs, PE15 9BF
Mercheford House8.09 miles
28 Elwyn Road, March, Cambs, PE15 9BY
Dr Booth & Partners8.84 miles
Long Sutton Medical Centre, Trafalgar Square, Long Sutton, Spalding Lincs, PE12 9HB
Dr Karunaratne & Partners9.16 miles
Churchgate Way, Terrington St Clement, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE34 4LZ
Village Health 9.16 miles
Churchgate Way, Terrington St. Clement, King`s Lynn, Norfolk, PE34 4LZ
Terrington St John Branch Surgery9.16 miles
Churchgate Way, Terrington St John, Norfolk, England - Uk, PE34 4LZ
Dr Koopowitz & Partners9.92 miles
Rowan Close, Watlington, King`s Lynn, Norfolk, PE33 0TU
The Hollies Surgery9.97 miles
Paradise Road, Downham Market, Norfolk, PE38 9JE
Hospital
North Cambridgeshire Hospital0.56 miles
The Park, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 3AB
Doddington Hospital11.77 miles
Benwick Road, Doddington, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 0UG
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital13.85 miles
Gayton Road, King`s Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 4ET
Mental Health Services (Adult Mental Health) The Fermoy Unit13.85 miles
Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gayton Road, King`s Lynn, PE30 4ET
BMI The Sandringham Hospital14.03 miles
Gayton Road, King`s Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 4HJ
Johnson Community Hospital16.12 miles
Spalding Road, Pinchbeck, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE11 3DT
Princess Of Wales Hospital17.73 miles
Lynn Road, Lynn Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1DN
Peterborough District Hospital18.20 miles
Thorpe Road, n/a, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 6DA
Orthopaedics and Spine Specialist Hospital18.74 miles
1 Stirling Way, Bretton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 8YA
Edith Cavell Hospital18.94 miles
Bretton Gate, Bretton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 9GZ
Peterborough City Hospital18.94 miles
Edith Cavell Campus, Bretton Gate, Bretton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 9GZ
The Cavell Centre18.94 miles
The Cavell Centre, Edith Cavell Healthcare Campus, Bretton Gate, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ
Fitzwilliam Hospital19.81 miles
Milton Way, Bretton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 9AQ
Maple Lodge22.39 miles
Maple Lodge, Toot Lane, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 0AX
Swaffham Community Hospital22.52 miles
Sporle Road, Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 7HL
Boston West Hospital23.21 miles
Boston West Business Park, Sleaford Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 8EG
Pharmacy
North Brink Pharmacy0.42 miles
North Brink Pharmacy, 7 North Brink, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1JU
Tesco Instore Pharmacy0.42 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, Cromwell Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0SF
Boots0.43 miles
98 Norfolk Street, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 2LD
Boots0.46 miles
17 Old Market, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1NB
Fairbrother Pharmacy Ltd0.48 miles
5 Church Terrace, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1BJ
Boots0.54 miles
15 Horse Fair, Wisbech, PE13 1AR
The Co-Operative Pharmacy0.60 miles
New Health Centre, 25 Augustines Road, Wisbech, PE13 3AD
Asda Stores Ltd0.66 miles
23 North End, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1PE
Boots0.75 miles
8 De-havilland Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 3AN
Boots1.38 miles
6 Kirkgate Street, Walsoken, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 3QR
Day Lewis Pharmacy4.41 miles
242 Main Road, Parson Drove, Wisbech, PE13 4LF
Welle Ltd5.02 miles
Upwell Health Centre, Townley Close, Upwell, PE14 9BT
Willows Pharmacy6.01 miles
2 Old Church Road, Terrington St John, Norfolk, PE14 7XA
Tesco Instore Pharmacy7.50 miles
Tesco Pharmacy, March Industrial Estate, Hostmoor Avenue, March, Cambridgeshire, PE15 0AX
Nene Pharmacy Ltd7.77 miles
184 Bridge Road, Sutton Bridge, Spalding, Lincolnshire, PE12 9SF
Boots8.01 miles
17-19 Broad Street, March, PE15 8TP
Leisure
Park
PECKOVER HOUSE (Grade II Listed)0.41 miles
RING'S END5.81 miles
THE SHRUBBERIES9.15 miles
HARDING'S PITS11.74 miles
THE WALKS, KING'S LYNN (Grade II Listed)12.22 miles
STRADSETT HALL (Grade II Listed)13.03 miles
LATTERSEY FIELD13.42 miles
FAIRSTEAD13.56 miles
WESTON PLAYING FIELD14.10 miles
EYE GREEN14.45 miles
THE WASH14.49 miles
AYSCOUGHFEE HALL (Grade II Listed)15.35 miles
DOGSTHORPE STAR PIT15.60 miles
VERNATTS15.97 miles
LITTLE DOWNHAM16.41 miles
ROYDON COMMON16.58 miles
Shop
Groceries
Thorney Toll Service Station West0.39 miles
A47 Wisbech Westbound,Thorney Toll Peterborough Cambs PE14 4AX
Lidl Wisbech0.47 miles
Cromwell Road, Wisbech, PE14 0RG
Farmfoods Wisbech0.49 miles
4 Sandown Road, Wisbech, PE14 0SL
Budgens Wisbech0.54 miles
The Horsefair, Hill Street, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE13 1AR
Iceland Wisbech 20.54 miles
Unit 2 Cromwell Retail Park, Cromwell Road, Wisbech, PE14 0SL
ALDI Sandyland Street0.59 miles
Wisbech, PE13 1NX
Elm Road Convenience Store0.62 miles
140 Elm Road, Wisbech Cambridge PE13 2SG
NTS Retail Wisbech0.64 miles
195 Norwich Road, Wisbech, Camb PE13 3BT
ASDA Wisbech0.72 miles
Northend, Leverington Road, Wisbech, PE13 1PE
Tesco Wisbech (Extra)0.75 miles
Cromwell Rd, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0RG
Five Stars Convenience Store0.85 miles
2 Quaker Lane, Wisbech Cambs PE13 2JQ
Morrisons Wisbech0.85 miles
Elm High Road, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0DQ
Costcutter Cambs0.89 miles
195 Norwich Road, Cambs, PE13 3TB
Londis A1 Stores1.37 miles
27 Kirkgate Street, Wisbech, PE13 3QR
Londis Elm Village Stores1.77 miles
3 Birch Grove, Wisbech, PE14 0AP
Bisla Convenience Store2.51 miles
High Road, Wisbech St Mary, Wisbech Cambs PE13 4RQ
Transport
Airport
Cambridge City Airport31.08 miles
London Stansted Airport53.29 miles
Bus Stop
Oldfield Lane (SW)0.19 miles
Oldfield Lane (NE)0.23 miles
Barton Road (E)0.32 miles
Cromwell Retail Park (SW)0.42 miles
Cromwell Retail Park (NE)0.42 miles
Barton Road (W)0.44 miles
North Street (SW)0.45 miles
Onyx Court (SE)0.46 miles
Grammar School (NW)0.48 miles
Grammar School (SE)0.49 miles
Boleness Road (E)0.49 miles
Thomas Clarkson Col (N)0.50 miles
Horse Fair Bus Station ()0.56 miles
Horse Fair Bus Station ()0.56 miles
Horse Fair Bus Station ()0.56 miles
Boleness Road (W)0.56 miles
Ferry Port
West Lynn Ferry Landing11.88 miles
King's Lynn Ferry Landing11.93 miles
Railway Station
March Rail Station7.36 miles
Watlington Rail Station9.63 miles
Downham Market Rail Station9.63 miles
Manea Rail Station11.19 miles
Kings Lynn Rail Station12.30 miles
Whittlesea Rail Station13.76 miles
Littleport Rail Station15.20 miles
Spalding Rail Station15.82 miles
Peterborough Rail Station17.94 miles
Ely Rail Station19.10 miles
Shippea Hill Rail Station19.19 miles
Lakenheath Rail Station21.67 miles
Boston Rail Station23.36 miles
Brandon Rail Station24.30 miles
Hubberts Bridge Rail Station24.49 miles
Swineshead Rail Station25.78 miles
Crime
Flood Data
Flood Risk Per Year (PE13 2RJ)
Number of Properties in Catchment56
Very Low Risk (<0.1% chance of flooding)0
Low Risk (0.1% < 1% chance of flooding)1
Medium Risk (1% < 3.3% chance of flooding)55
High Risk (>3.3%)0
Property Sales
303, WEASENHAM LANE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TF		£178,000
2025-05-23
semidetached
freehold
73, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£190,000
2025-05-19
detached
freehold
6, WINCEBY CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TG		£250,000
2025-05-16
detached
freehold
96, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£187,000
2025-03-21
detached
freehold
109, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£182,000
2025-02-21
detached
freehold
HIGHFIELD, COXS LANE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 4TD		£325,000
2025-01-17
detached
freehold
FENFIELDS, 243, BARTON ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 4TG		£565,500
2024-12-16
detached
freehold
2, WINCEBY CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TG		£177,000
2024-12-16
detached
freehold
60, ELLERBY DRIVE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TE		£215,000
2024-11-07
semidetached
freehold
27, ABRAHAM DRIVE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TD		£240,000
2024-11-15
detached
freehold
142, BARTON ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 4TF		£230,000
2024-10-22
semidetached
freehold
55, ELLERBY DRIVE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TA		£230,000
2024-10-17
semidetached
freehold
6, MAGAZINE LANE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LJ		£186,000
2024-10-03
semidetached
freehold
84, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£180,000
2024-09-13
detached
freehold
131, BARTON ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 4TF		£200,000
2024-09-10
semidetached
freehold
71, SOUTH BRINK

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0RH		£210,000
2024-08-23
semidetached
freehold
49, ELLERBY DRIVE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TA		£225,000
2024-08-15
detached
freehold
104, BARTON ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 4TF		£322,000
2024-07-19
detached
freehold
5, ABRAHAM DRIVE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TD		£227,000
2024-07-09
semidetached
freehold
20, ASHDALE PARK

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1JH		£350,000
2024-07-05
detached
freehold
3, ASHDALE PARK

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1JH		£365,000
2024-05-31
detached
freehold
HOLLY GAP, MILETREE LANE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 4TR		£387,500
2024-04-19
detached
freehold
WEEDON, GROVE PARK

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LF		£220,000
2024-04-12
detached
freehold
80, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£200,000
2024-01-26
detached
freehold
75, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£190,000
2024-01-26
detached
freehold
11, RICHMOND COURT

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LR		£305,000
2023-12-18
detached
freehold
5, MAGAZINE LANE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LJ		£196,000
2023-12-15
semidetached
freehold
7, BRAMPTON CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LU		£385,000
2023-12-14
detached
freehold
173, NORTH BRINK

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 4TA		£345,000
2023-12-01
otherPropertyType
freehold
17, BRAMPTON CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LU		£432,500
2023-11-13
detached
freehold
88, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£190,000
2023-10-16
detached
freehold
3, WINCEBY CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TG		£227,500
2023-10-10
detached
freehold
72, BARTON ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LE		£500,000
2023-06-08
detached
freehold
5, BRAMPTON CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LU		£475,000
2023-05-31
detached
freehold
1A, BARTON ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LB		£290,000
2023-05-19
terraced
freehold
10, WINCEBY CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TG		£230,000
2023-04-28
detached
freehold
VIOLET HOUSE, 102, BARTON ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 4TF		£465,000
2023-02-08
detached
freehold
21, ABRAHAM DRIVE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TD		£242,000
2023-01-06
detached
freehold
TERRACOTTA, BARTON ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 4TG		£515,000
2022-12-02
detached
freehold
82, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£240,000
2022-11-25
detached
freehold
2, ABRAHAM DRIVE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TD		£245,000
2022-09-07
semidetached
freehold
Sold 2022-08-16   £232,500
121, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£225,000
2022-08-05
detached
freehold
15, BRAMPTON CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LU		£370,000
2022-06-09
detached
freehold
110, MALT DRIVE
SOUTH BRINK
WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0ST		£210,000
2022-05-20
detached
freehold
10, PURBECK CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LS		£440,000
2022-05-20
detached
freehold
5, WINCEBY CLOSE

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0TG		£215,000
2022-04-04
detached
freehold
19, CROMWELL ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE14 0SF		£1,400,000
2022-03-31
otherPropertyType
freehold
4, MARLBOROUGH COURT

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LT		£430,000
2022-03-11
detached
freehold
74, BARTON ROAD

WISBECH
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
PE13 1LE		£320,000
2022-03-08
detached
freehold
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