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About

Happisburgh ward encompasses a stretch of the North Norfolk coastline, characterised by its low-lying, eroding cliffs and expansive agricultural land. The settlement of Happisburgh itself is a coastal village, with a historic lighthouse and church standing as prominent landmarks. The area's economy is closely tied to farming and tourism, with a number of caravan parks and holiday lets. The landscape is largely open and rural, defined by fields and the constant presence of the sea.

The village is notable for its independently operated lighthouse, painted in distinctive red and white bands. Coastal management is a constant and visible concern here, with concrete sea defences and signs marking the cliff edge. The beach below is known for its preserved Pleistocene footprints, evidence of early human activity. Life in the ward is significantly shaped by the ongoing natural processes of coastal change.

Area overview

On average Happisburgh has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Happisburgh is £43,992 per year. There are 4 schools in Happisburgh: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Happisburgh is home to around 2,646 people, with a population density of about 62.7 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Happisburgh Population
2,646
Population density
62.7 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
21.92(-31%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.29(-54%)
Public order
3.78(-26%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.4(-46%)
Burglary
1.51(-46%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,556
96.71%
Other White
37
1.4%
Irish
8
0.3%
Indian
7
0.26%
White and Asian (mixed)
7
0.26%
Total population: 2,643

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
646
27.56%
No qualifications
510
21.76%
Level 3 (A level)
378
16.13%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
312
13.31%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
253
10.79%
Total 16+ residents: 2,344

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
674
55.7%
Owns with a mortgage
269
22.23%
Private landlord or letting agency
158
13.06%
Other social rented
59
4.88%
Other forms of private rent
38
3.14%
Total households: 1,210

Property prices in Happisburgh

Based on 39 recent sales, the median property price is £300,050 in Happisburgh area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Happisburgh 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 Happisburgh over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached11£270,000
Detached24£375,000
Terraced4£180,000

10 years median price trend in Happisburgh

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

All postcodes in Happisburgh

NR129HS

Mill Road

NR129HW

Happisburgh

NR129EZ

Brumstead Road

NR129ER

Stalham Road

NR120QB

The Paddock

NR120TG

Ingham Corner

NR289AB

The Street

NR120QS

North Walsham Road

NR129ST

Grove Road

NR129TA

Town Road

NR120RS

Lower Street

NR120PU

The Paddock

NR120DA

Ingham Road

NR120DP

High Road

NR120DW

East Ruston Road

NR129TB

Mill Road

NR120RR

Short Lane

NR120SP

Sand Hills

NR120QT

Blacksmiths Lane

NR120DQ

Common Road

NR120SR

Sand Hills

NR120DG

The Street

NR120RT

The Common

NR289QU

Station Road

NR120TH

Long Lane

NR289NN

Hall Road

NR289QJ

North Walsham Road

NR289PQ

The Common

NR129ET

Happisburgh

NR120SZ

Hedgehog Walk

NR289NL

North Walsham Road

NR129TF

Calthorpe Street

NR120QF

School Common Road

NR129JX

Chequers Street

NR120DB

Ingham Road

NR120DE

The Street

NR120PY

Lighthouse Lane

NR289QL

Station Road

NR289GB

Happisburgh

NR129JE

Drabbs Lane

NR129FH

Back Lane

NR289QT

The Street

NR129HB

Ingham Road

NR129HN

Pound Road

NR120XA

Water Lane

NR120SY

Church Lane

NR129ES

Common Road

NR120QJ

Rollesby Way

NR120RX

Grubb Street

NR289QP

Honing Long Lane

NR120QN

Bush Drive

NR129LA

Long Common

NR129HH

Long Common

NR129HJ

Church Farm Road

NR129HX

Fox Hill

NR129TE

Calthorpe Street

NR120TE

Ingham Road

NR120TR

Sea Palling Road

NR120QE

Lighthouse Close

NR129JG

Oak Lane

NR129JN

Youngmans Lane

NR120PL

Church Street

NR129JZ

Back Road

NR289PF

East Ruston Road

NR129FD

Moor Lane

NR120TL

Grubb's Lane

NR120RH

Short Lane

NR120RY

Whincraft Lane

NR129TD

Mill Road

NR129HQ

Long Common

NR129SX

Brick Kiln Lane

NR120AB

The Street

NR129TG

Calthorpe Street

NR120RW

The Common

NR129JR

Chapel Road

NR129JD

School Road

NR120NS

Happisburgh

NR129EU

Old Rectory Road

NR120PR

Beach Road

NR120PN

Church Street

NR120RL

Coronation Close

NR129JU

The Holmes

NR120TW

Sea Palling Road

NR129JT

Chequers Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.