Necton ward is located in the Breckland district of Norfolk, covering the village of Necton and surrounding rural areas. The ward is characterised by its agricultural landscape, with farmland and open fields dominating the area. Necton itself is a small village with a mix of historic and modern housing, along with local amenities such as a primary school, church, and village hall. The ward’s economy is largely tied to farming and local businesses serving the community.
The area is known for its quiet, rural atmosphere, with limited development compared to more urban parts of Breckland. Public transport links are sparse, reflecting its countryside setting. Necton ward also includes smaller hamlets and scattered settlements, maintaining a strong sense of community. The nearby Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path offer walking routes, attracting visitors interested in the natural surroundings. The ward’s population is relatively small, with a focus on preserving its rural character.
On average Necton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Necton is £41,751 per year. There are 1 schools in Necton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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Church Road
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Church Lane
PE378EG
Ivy Todd Road
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St Andrews Way
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Ash Meadow
PE378LY
Oaks Drive
PE378HB
Briar Close
PE378HS
The Follies
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Red Lion Close
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Hale Road
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Station Road
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Shipdham, Bradenham & Saham Toney
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North Pickenham Road
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Brown's Lane
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Cook Road
PE378EW
Watery Lane
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Brackenwoods
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Brackenwoods
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Bell's Meadow
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Heron Way
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Dunham Road
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Bengey's Road
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Burnside
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Ketts Hill
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Bittern Close
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Hale Road
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Green Lane
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St Andrews Lane
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Chapel Road
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Black Drift
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Bittern Close
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Mill Street
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The Avenue
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Ramm's Lane
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Bengey's Road
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School Road
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Brown's Lane
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Hale Road
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Brown's Lane
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Shipdham, Bradenham & Saham Toney
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Cook Road
PE378DJ
Dunham Road
PE378LX
Farm Walk
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Ivy Todd Road
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Dunham Road
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Chantry Lane
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Tuns Road
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Ivy Todd Road
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Wren Close
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Shipdham, Bradenham & Saham Toney
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Moor Lane
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Chantry Court
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Wyndfields
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Elizabeth Drive
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Station Road
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Church Road
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Chantry Court
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Dereham West, Necton & Gressenhall
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Bell's Meadow
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Folly View
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Brown's Lane
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Station Road
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Church Road
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Cook Road
PE378EF
North Pickenham Road
PE378EQ
Dereham West, Necton & Gressenhall
PE378ET
Brackenwoods
PE378PN
Dereham West, Necton & Gressenhall
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Hale Road
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Black Drift
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Eastgate Park
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Chantry Lane
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Ivy Todd Road
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Yaxley Meadow
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Chantry Lane
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Hale Road
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Church Road
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Mill Street
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Maple Drive
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Mill Street
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Cook Road
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Dereham West, Necton & Gressenhall