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Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth

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About

The Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth area lies in the Breckland district of Norfolk, characterised by a mix of rural villages and farmland. The landscape is predominantly flat, with scattered woodlands and open fields typical of East Anglia. The villages retain a traditional feel, with historic churches and local amenities serving small, close-knit communities.

Agriculture plays a key role in the area, with arable farming being the primary land use. The villages are connected by narrow country lanes, offering quiet routes for walking and cycling. Nearby attractions include the Mid-Norfolk Railway and the historic market town of Dereham, providing additional services and transport links. The area maintains a peaceful, rural atmosphere while remaining accessible to larger towns.

Area overview

On average Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 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 of residents in Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth is £45,500 per year. There are 5 schools in Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
8.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth Population
7,248
Population density
74.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,001
96.58%
Other White
108
1.49%
White and Asian (mixed)
30
0.41%
Other Asian
16
0.22%
Irish
15
0.21%
Total population: 7,249

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,461
47.76%
Owns with a mortgage
933
30.5%
Other social rented
263
8.6%
Private landlord or letting agency
228
7.45%
Other forms of private rent
107
3.5%
Total households: 3,059

Property prices in Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £333,750 in Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth area, with individual transactions ranging from £122,500 up to £1,250,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth 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 Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached77£425,000
Semi-Detached32£252,500
Terraced11£197,500

10 years median price trend in Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hockering, Mattishall & Cranworth.

Data Sources

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