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About

Earlham is a residential area located to the west of Norwich city centre. It is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, post-war homes, and modern developments. The area is home to the University of East Anglia (UEA), which brings a student population and academic influence to the neighbourhood. Earlham Road serves as a main thoroughfare, lined with shops, cafes, and local businesses.

Green spaces are a feature of Earlham, with Earlham Park offering open fields and walking paths near the UEA campus. The area has good transport links, including bus routes to the city centre and beyond. Earlham also has several schools, making it a practical choice for families. While quieter than the city centre, it retains a community feel with local amenities and easy access to Norwich’s attractions.

Area overview

On average Earlham has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 96 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 36.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Earlham is £38,100 per year. There are 8 schools in Earlham: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Earlham Population

12,264

Population density

3,288.5 per km²

Demographics

British

9,580

78.13%

Other White

953

7.77%

African

285

2.32%

Other Asian

221

1.8%

Other

178

1.45%

Total population: 12,262

Housing

Social rents from council

1,552

31.4%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,051

21.26%

Owns outright

928

18.77%

Owns with a mortgage

897

18.15%

Other social rented

376

7.61%

Total households: 4,943

Property prices in Earlham

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £226,250 in Earlham area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £590,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Earlham over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	13	£325,000	£222,000	£270,000	£395,000	£530,000
Flats	10	£136,250	£106,250	£130,500	£147,500	£181,000
Semi-Detached	16	£244,500	£219,750	£223,750	£302,500	£377,500
Terraced	63	£222,000	£181,100	£207,750	£256,250	£318,500

10 years median price trend in Earlham

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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