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About

Roughton ward covers a largely rural expanse of northeast Norfolk, characterised by open farmland, small woodland areas, and scattered villages. The settlement pattern is defined by its historic parishes, including the villages of Roughton itself, Southrepps, and Thorpe Market. The landscape is gently rolling, with agricultural fields dominating the views, and the area is bisected by several minor roads connecting these communities to the broader region.

A notable feature is the presence of the North Norfolk Railway heritage line, which runs through the ward, with its steam trains offering a distinctive sight and sound against the pastoral backdrop. The ward's eastern boundary lies near the edge of the Cromer Ridge, a glacial landform. Community life is centred on the individual villages, each maintaining its own parish church and local facilities, with a quiet, settled atmosphere prevailing throughout the area.

Area overview

On average Roughton has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Roughton is £48,952 per year. There are 2 schools in Roughton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Roughton is home to around 2,817 people, with a population density of about 83.2 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
46
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
11.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Roughton Population
2,817
Population density
83.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
26.98(-13%)
Anti-social behaviour
6.39(-45%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.03(-6%)
Public order
4.61(-11%)
Other theft
4.26(-23%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,717
96.38%
Other White
39
1.38%
White and Black African (mixed)
15
0.53%
Irish
12
0.43%
White and Asian (mixed)
11
0.39%
Total population: 2,819

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
609
25.33%
Level 3 (A level)
456
18.97%
No qualifications
455
18.93%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
360
14.98%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
285
11.86%
Total 16+ residents: 2,404

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
580
46.66%
Owns with a mortgage
306
24.62%
Private landlord or letting agency
144
11.58%
Other social rented
144
11.58%
Other forms of private rent
36
2.9%
Total households: 1,243

Property prices in Roughton

Based on 20 recent sales, the median property price is £355,000 in Roughton area, with individual transactions ranging from £210,000 up to £580,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Roughton 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 Roughton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£377,500
Semi-Detached4£306,250
Terraced4£325,000

10 years median price trend in Roughton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Roughton.

All postcodes in Roughton

NR118EL

Cromer Road

NR118PP

Hall Road

NR118NB

Heath Lane

NR118PJ

Metton Road

NR118UW

Chapel Road

NR118HG

Heath Lane

NR118NU

Barclay Close

NR118NY

Drurys Yard

NR118PL

The Driftway

NR279LH

Holway Close

NR118HP

Gimingham Road

NR118UA

Church Road

NR118AB

Mill Street

NR118UX

Pit Street

NR118PG

Carr Lane

NR279JH

Metton Road

NR118UU

Long Lane

NR279JJ

Holt Road

Data Sources

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