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About

Sheringham is a coastal town in North Norfolk, known for its traditional seaside charm and natural surroundings. The town features a mix of independent shops, cafes, and a working fishing fleet, giving it a distinct local character. The beach, with its mix of sand and shingle, is popular for walks and fossil hunting, while the North Norfolk Railway offers scenic steam train rides along the coast.

Surrounded by the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Sheringham provides easy access to coastal paths and wildlife reserves like Sheringham Park. The town retains a relaxed atmosphere, with events like the annual carnival and weekly market adding to its community feel. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider North Norfolk coastline.

Area overview

On average Sheringham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 43 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sheringham is £40,000 per year. There are 3 schools in Sheringham: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
43
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Sheringham Population
7,088
Population density
1,905 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,787
95.75%
Other White
133
1.88%
Irish
32
0.45%
Other Asian
22
0.31%
Chinese
20
0.28%
Total population: 7,088

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,885
55.18%
Owns with a mortgage
564
16.51%
Private landlord or letting agency
547
16.01%
Other social rented
255
7.46%
Other forms of private rent
119
3.48%
Total households: 3,416

Property prices in Sheringham

Based on 126 recent sales, the median property price is £317,500 in Sheringham area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £870,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Sheringham 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 Sheringham over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached51£442,500
Flats31£170,000
Semi-Detached29£301,779
Terraced15£255,000

10 years median price trend in Sheringham

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

Data Sources

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