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About

Hickling ward is located in the northeastern part of North Norfolk, encompassing the village of Hickling and surrounding rural areas. The ward is known for its proximity to Hickling Broad, the largest of the Norfolk Broads, which attracts visitors for boating and wildlife spotting. The area is characterised by open landscapes, farmland, and waterways, with a mix of residential properties and holiday accommodations.

The village of Hickling has a small community with local amenities, including a pub, a church, and a primary school. The ward's economy is partly supported by tourism, with activities centred around the Broad and nature reserves. Public transport links are limited, reflecting its rural setting. Hickling ward offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle with access to natural attractions.

Area overview

On average Hickling has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hickling is £38,710 per year. There are 1 schools in Hickling: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hickling Population

2,537

Population density

56.3 per km²

Demographics

British

2,461

96.93%

Other White

0.79%

Irish

0.55%

Other

0.39%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.35%

Total population: 2,539

Housing

Owns outright

662

55.91%

Owns with a mortgage

242

20.44%

Private landlord or letting agency

118

9.97%

Other social rented

100

8.45%

Social rents from council

2.79%

Total households: 1,184

Property prices in Hickling

Based on 38 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 in Hickling area, with individual transactions ranging from £160,000 up to £870,000.

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 Hickling over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	25	£310,000	£169,200	£265,000	£457,500	£848,000
Semi-Detached	6	£253,500	£196,250	£233,750	£365,500	£505,000
Terraced	7	£265,000	£183,600	£232,500	£360,650	£568,250

10 years median price trend in Hickling

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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