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Buckenhams & Snetterton

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About

The Buckenhams & Snetterton area lies in the Breckland district of Norfolk, known for its rural landscapes and agricultural heritage. The area includes the villages of Old Buckenham and New Buckenham, which feature historic buildings, a medieval castle mound, and a traditional village green. Snetterton is home to the Snetterton Circuit, a prominent motorsport venue that attracts racing enthusiasts. The surrounding farmland and open fields reflect the region's strong ties to agriculture.

The River Thet flows through the area, adding to its natural appeal, while scattered woodlands and heathland provide habitats for local wildlife. The villages maintain a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with pubs, churches, and local events contributing to rural life. The mix of motorsport activity and peaceful countryside makes the Buckenhams & Snetterton area a distinctive part of Breckland.

Area overview

On average Buckenhams & Snetterton has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 27 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Buckenhams & Snetterton is £47,100 per year. There are 7 schools in Buckenhams & Snetterton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
27
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
5.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Buckenhams & Snetterton Population
6,472
Population density
82.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,093
94.16%
Other White
156
2.41%
White and Asian (mixed)
34
0.53%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
33
0.51%
Indian
24
0.37%
Total population: 6,471

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,155
43.24%
Owns with a mortgage
861
32.24%
Private landlord or letting agency
370
13.85%
Other social rented
181
6.78%
Other forms of private rent
86
3.22%
Total households: 2,671

Property prices in Buckenhams & Snetterton

Based on 79 recent sales, the median property price is £330,000 in Buckenhams & Snetterton area, with individual transactions ranging from £143,000 up to £865,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Buckenhams & Snetterton in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Buckenhams & Snetterton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached49£360,000
Semi-Detached22£289,975
Terraced8£225,000

10 years median price trend in Buckenhams & Snetterton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Buckenhams & Snetterton.

All postcodes in Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR171RR

Church Lane

NR172GY

Briar Gardens

NR172LZ

Besthorpe Road

NR171AT

London Road

NR171NP

Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR171NW

Fen Street

NR171PL

Harlingwood Lane

NR171QG

Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR171RX

Forge Close

NR171SF

Church Lane

NR171SN

Hargham Road

NR172FU

Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR172PG

Atling Close

NR162AS

Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR162AZ

King Street

NR162PD

Heath Road

NR171RD

Abbey Road

NR162BA

Church Street

NR162BB

Chapel Street

NR162DQ

Winfarthing Road

NR162HY

Apple Close

NR162JQ

Mill Road

NR171PS

Harlingwood Lane

NR171PY

Hargham Road

NR171RH

Abbey Road

NR172LR

Bunwell Road

NR172PT

Ferguson Way

NR161PL

Cherry Tree Road

NR162JP

Back Lane

NR162LF

Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR162PF

Church Road

NR162TB

St Andrews Drive

NR171RG

Church Lane

NR171SW

Church Lane

NR172SE

Etive Close

NR162FR

Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR162BH

Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR162FB

Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR162JA

Station Road

NR162LR

Buckenhams & Snetterton

NR162PB

Sandfield Lane

NR171NJ

Attleborough Road

NR172FD

Mill Lane

NR172LW

Besthorpe Carr

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.