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About

Launditch ward covers a rural expanse in central Norfolk, characterised by expansive farmland and scattered villages like Beeston and Gressenhall. The landscape is predominantly arable, with large fields defined by hedgerows and quiet country lanes. The River Wensum forms a natural boundary to the south, influencing the area's gentle topography. Settlement is sparse and focused around historic church towers and traditional agricultural buildings, reflecting its longstanding farming identity.

The area is anchored by the Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse, a museum complex that details local rural and social history. This site, once a Victorian workhouse, now serves as a cultural hub within the open countryside. The surrounding land is used for crop cultivation and livestock, with a network of public footpaths allowing access to the quiet, working environment. The overall atmosphere is one of settled, agricultural continuity.

Area overview

On average Launditch has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Launditch is £51,501 per year. There are 3 schools in Launditch: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Launditch is home to around 2,603 people, with a population density of about 34.8 per km2.

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Launditch Population

2,603

Population density

34.8 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

47.25(+52%)

Anti-social behaviour

19.98(+73%)

Criminal damage and arson

11.91(+86%)

Public order

9.6(+85%)

Other theft

6.53(+17%)

East of England average

Demographics

British

2,507

96.27%

Other White

1.92%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.42%

Irish

0.35%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.23%

Total population: 2,604

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

640

29.36%

No qualifications

418

19.17%

Level 3 (A level)

390

17.89%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

344

15.78%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

212

9.72%

Total 16+ residents: 2,180

Housing

Owns outright

471

43.37%

Owns with a mortgage

245

22.56%

Private landlord or letting agency

183

16.85%

Other social rented

107

9.85%

Other forms of private rent

4.24%

Total households: 1,086

Property prices in Launditch

Based on 26 recent sales, the median property price is £387,500 in Launditch area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £995,000.

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 Launditch over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	18	£421,250	£299,500	£355,000	£557,625	£914,250
Semi-Detached	5	£202,500	£151,000	£195,000	£249,950	£717,990
Terraced	3	£220,000	£170,500	£192,500	£297,500	£359,500

10 years median price trend in Launditch

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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

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