Forest ward is located in the Breckland district of Norfolk, England. It covers a mix of rural and semi-rural areas, including parts of Thetford and surrounding villages. The ward is known for its proximity to Thetford Forest, one of the largest lowland pine forests in the UK. The area has a mix of residential, agricultural, and woodland landscapes.
The ward includes settlements like Mundford and Weeting, which have historical ties to the local flint mining industry. Breckland’s distinctive heathland and forest ecosystems are a key feature of the area. The ward’s economy is influenced by agriculture, forestry, and tourism, with outdoor activities like walking and cycling being popular. Public transport links connect Forest ward to larger towns and cities in the region.
On average Forest has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Forest is £42,692 per year. There are 1 schools in Forest: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 59 recent sales, the median property price is £310,000 in Forest area, with individual transactions ranging from £68,875 up to £620,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 38 | £331,250 |
| Flats | 1 | £180,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 10 | £213,500 |
| Terraced | 10 | £250,000 |
10 years price trend in Forest
IP270GB
Wentworth Close
IP270RP
Dewarrene Drive
IP242RP
Kilverstone Road
IP265HW
Lynford Road
IP270QQ
Park View
IP270RL
Angerstein Close
IP242GF
East Harling, Garboldisham & Kenninghall
IP265ES
Mundford, Weeting & Forest
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Fengate Drove
IP242RU
East Harling, Garboldisham & Kenninghall
IP242SA
East Harling, Garboldisham & Kenninghall
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East Harling, Garboldisham & Kenninghall
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Boundary Close
IP242FR
Mundford, Weeting & Forest
IP265EN
West Tofts Road
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All Saints
IP241SS
Earl Warren
IP270PS
Fairfax Drive
IP270QU
Cromwell Road
IP270TR
Mundford Road
IP241LT
The Street
IP270QN
Hereward Way
IP241LP
High Tree Close
IP242GH
Mundford, Weeting & Forest
IP242RS
Kilverstone Road
IP270PF
Victor Charles Close
IP270PP
Mundford, Weeting & Forest
IP241NE
Douglas Close
IP242FH
Mundford, Weeting & Forest
IP242RL
Chervil Walk
IP265DY
West Tofts Road
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Hockwold Road
IP270RQ
Castle Close
IP270TS
Mundford, Weeting & Forest
IP242FN
Swale View
IP242SP
Arlington Way
IP270RN
Hereward Way
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.