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Bircham with Rudhams

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About

Bircham with Rudhams is a rural ward in King's Lynn and West Norfolk, covering several villages including Great Bircham, Bircham Newton, and Houghton. The area is characterised by open farmland, woodland, and quiet country lanes. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with a mix of arable and livestock farming. The ward also includes the former RAF Bircham Newton, now repurposed for commercial use.

The villages retain a traditional feel, with historic churches, cottages, and village greens. Community life centres around local pubs, village halls, and annual events. The ward is sparsely populated, offering a quiet, countryside lifestyle. Transport links are limited, with most residents relying on cars. The nearby A148 provides access to King's Lynn and the Norfolk coast.

Area overview

On average Bircham with Rudhams has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bircham with Rudhams is £41,100 per year. There are 1 schools in Bircham with Rudhams: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
12.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bircham with Rudhams Population
2,562
Population density
22 per km²

Demographics

British
2,422
94.54%
Other White
62
2.42%
Irish
20
0.78%
White and Asian (mixed)
13
0.51%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
12
0.47%
Total population: 2,562

Housing

Owns outright
547
46.55%
Owns with a mortgage
241
20.51%
Private landlord or letting agency
173
14.72%
Other social rented
126
10.72%
Other forms of private rent
48
4.09%
Total households: 1,175

Property prices in Bircham with Rudhams

Based on 28 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in Bircham with Rudhams area, with individual transactions ranging from £153,500 up to £1,115,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached14£424,750
Flats1£153,500
Semi-Detached8£320,000
Terraced5£325,000

10 years price trend in Bircham with Rudhams

All postcodes in Bircham with Rudhams

PE316RJ

Back Lane

PE316TY

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

PE318GN

Mill Field Close

PE318RB

Station Road

PE316RL

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

PE316SY

Bagthorpe Road

PE318SJ

The Street

NR219JX

Dunns Lane

PE318GF

Mill Lane

PE316RH

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

PE316TA

Bagthorpe Road

PE318GT

Burnham Green Lane

PE318RZ

Mill Lane

PE318TQ

Back Lane

PE316SX

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

PE318RF

School Road

PE318SL

Rudham Road

NR219JT

Burnham Road

PE318TH

Heath Rise

NR219JE

Bloodgate Hill

NR219JJ

West Street

NR219JL

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

NR219LH

Dunns Lane

NR219LZ

Bloodgate Hill

PE318SR

Docking Road

PE318SB

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

NR219JS

Burnham Road

NR219NX

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

NR219PG

Back Lane

NR226AT

Back Lane

PE316XJ

Back Lane

PE316RA

Hyde Close

PE316UE

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

PE318RQ

Broomsthorpe Road

NR219JZ

Burnham Road

NR219PQ

Back Street

PE316TB

Fakenham Road

PE318RR

Lynn Road

NR219JG

Burnham Road

PE316ZE

Limekiln Lane

NR219AD

Wells Road

NR219PN

Back Lane

PE316QY

Bagthorpe Road

PE318SD

Mill Lane

NR219JF

Burnham Road

NR219JH

West Street

NR219PR

Fakenham Road

PE316QP

Bircham Road

PE316QW

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

PE316ZD

Brancaster, Burnham Market & Docking

PE318TR

The Street
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.