Reepham ward is located in the Broadland district of Norfolk, covering the market town of Reepham and surrounding rural areas. The ward includes several villages, such as Kerdiston, Salle, and Whitwell, with a mix of farmland and small settlements. The area is known for its historic buildings, including Reepham’s medieval church and traditional market square. The River Wensum flows nearby, adding to the natural landscape.
The ward has a strong community focus, with local events and markets held regularly. Transport links include the B1145 road, connecting Reepham to Norwich and other parts of Norfolk. The area is largely agricultural, with a mix of arable and livestock farming. Woodland and open fields dominate the scenery, offering walking and cycling routes. Reepham ward maintains a quiet, rural character while serving as a hub for nearby villages.
Area overview
On average Reepham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Reepham is £43,700 per year. There are 2 schools in Reepham: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
8.4%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Reepham Population
2,656
Population density
139.2 per km²
Demographics
British
2,562
96.32%
Other White
46
1.73%
Irish
14
0.53%
White and Asian (mixed)
8
0.3%
Chinese
6
0.23%
Total population: 2,660
No religion
1,229
46.22%
Christian
1,206
45.36%
Not answered
160
6.02%
Jewish
35
1.32%
Other religion
16
0.6%
Total population: 2,659
Level 4 qualifications or above
746
33.14%
Level 3 (A level)
378
16.79%
No qualifications
358
15.9%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
334
14.84%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
235
10.44%
Total 16+ residents: 2,251
Employed
1,194
53.02%
Retired
743
32.99%
Student
73
3.24%
Looking after home or family
68
3.02%
Long-term sick or disabled
50
2.22%
Total 16+ residents: 2,252
Housing
Owns outright
593
49.21%
Owns with a mortgage
270
22.41%
Private landlord or letting agency
206
17.1%
Other social rented
96
7.97%
Other forms of private rent
27
2.24%
Total households: 1,205
Detached
570
47.3%
Semi-detached
416
34.52%
Terraced
147
12.2%
Purpose-built flat
32
2.66%
Other converted building
17
1.41%
Total households: 1,205
Property prices in Reepham
Based on 33 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Reepham area, with individual transactions ranging from £132,000 up to £1,200,000.
