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Brancaster

England / East of England / King's Lynn and West Norfolk / Brancaster

About

Brancaster ward is located in the northwest of King's Lynn and West Norfolk, covering a coastal area along the North Norfolk coast. It includes the villages of Brancaster, Brancaster Staithe, and Burnham Deepdale. The ward is known for its proximity to the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, featuring salt marshes, sandy beaches, and nature reserves.

The area has a mix of residential and rural landscapes, with tourism playing a significant role due to its coastal attractions. Brancaster Staithe is a working harbour, while Burnham Deepdale offers amenities for visitors. The ward has a small population, with a focus on conservation and outdoor activities like walking and birdwatching.

Area overview

On average Brancaster has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 60 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Brancaster is £39,273 per year. There are 1 schools in Brancaster: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
60
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
10.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Brancaster Population
2,131
Population density
33.6 per km²

Demographics

British
2,065
97.04%
Other White
20
0.94%
Irish
12
0.56%
White and Asian (mixed)
6
0.28%
Chinese
5
0.23%
Total population: 2,128

Housing

Owns outright
616
55.65%
Private landlord or letting agency
177
15.99%
Owns with a mortgage
153
13.82%
Other social rented
92
8.31%
Other forms of private rent
40
3.61%
Total households: 1,107

Property prices in Brancaster

Based on 36 recent sales, the median property price is £775,000 in Brancaster area, with individual transactions ranging from £285,000 up to £2,950,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached23£790,000
Semi-Detached7£835,000
Terraced6£483,500

10 years price trend in Brancaster

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Data Sources

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