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About

Bunwell ward encompasses the villages of Bunwell and Carleton Rode, along with surrounding farmland and smaller hamlets. The landscape is characterised by gently rolling fields and hedgerows, with the River Tas forming a natural boundary to the west. The area is primarily agricultural, with a mix of arable and livestock farming defining its rural character. Residential development is concentrated within the village centres, which contain a blend of historic and modern housing.

The parish church of St. Michael in Bunwell is a notable medieval building with a round tower, a feature common in Norfolk. Community life centres on the village hall, primary school, and local playing fields. A network of public footpaths connects the settlements, allowing access to the working countryside. The ward's quiet lanes and open skies offer a typical, undisturbed Norfolk rural atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Bunwell has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 33 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Bunwell is £54,028 per year. There are 3 schools in Bunwell: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Bunwell is home to around 3,041 people, with a population density of about 96.4 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
33
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
8.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bunwell Population
3,041
Population density
96.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
16.11(-48%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.93(-23%)
Public order
4.27(-18%)
Anti-social behaviour
4.27(-63%)
Burglary
1.97(-29%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,940
96.71%
Other White
44
1.45%
Indian
11
0.36%
Other
8
0.26%
White and Asian (mixed)
8
0.26%
Total population: 3,040

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
752
29.07%
No qualifications
472
18.25%
Level 3 (A level)
443
17.12%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
407
15.73%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
297
11.48%
Total 16+ residents: 2,587

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
632
49.57%
Owns with a mortgage
415
32.55%
Other social rented
80
6.27%
Private landlord or letting agency
79
6.2%
Other forms of private rent
35
2.75%
Total households: 1,275

Property prices in Bunwell

Based on 21 recent sales, the median property price is £360,000 in Bunwell area, with individual transactions ranging from £210,000 up to £630,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bunwell 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 Bunwell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£400,000
Semi-Detached4£274,000

10 years median price trend in Bunwell

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bunwell.

All postcodes in Bunwell

NR161RN

Chapel Road

NR161SA

Brick Kiln Lane

NR161TG

Low Common

NR152EW

Plantation Road

NR161FJ

George Close

NR161NN

Ash Lane

NR161QU

Rectory Lane

NR161SB

Barhams Lane

NR152DW

The Woodlands

NR152JR

Wash Lane

NR161LP

Low Common Road

NR152HH

Frith Way

NR152HG

Frosts Lane

NR152JP

The Street

NR161RH

Rode Lane

NR152DS

Sneath Road

NR161SR

The Turnpike

NR152HP

Heather Way

NR152HX

Broadgate Lane

NR152JU

Pottergate Street

NR161TA

Steeple Lane

NR161BN

Bunwell

NR161FQ

Bunwell Hill

NR161SP

The Turnpike

NR161NE

Mile Road

NR152ER

Plantation Road

NR152JG

Woodrow Lane

NR161NQ

Mill Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.