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The Buckenhams & Banham

About

The Buckenhams & Banham ward is located in the Breckland district of Norfolk, England. It covers several rural villages, including Old Buckenham, New Buckenham, and Banham. The area is characterised by open farmland, woodland, and small settlements, with a mix of traditional cottages and modern housing. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with arable and livestock farming common across the ward.

The ward has a strong sense of community, with village halls, pubs, and churches serving as social hubs. Old Buckenham is known for its historic airfield, which hosts events and flying clubs, while New Buckenham features a medieval castle mound. Banham is home to the popular Banham Zoo, attracting visitors from across the region. Public transport links are limited, with most residents relying on private vehicles for travel. The area offers a quiet, countryside lifestyle with easy access to nearby towns like Attleborough and Diss.

Area overview

On average The Buckenhams & Banham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 36 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in The Buckenhams & Banham is £47,100 per year. There are 5 schools in The Buckenhams & Banham: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

The Buckenhams & Banham Population

3,263

Population density

86 per km²

Demographics

British

3,105

95.19%

Other White

2.21%

Other Asian

0.58%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.52%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.28%

Total population: 3,262

Housing

Owns outright

598

42.62%

Owns with a mortgage

401

28.58%

Private landlord or letting agency

218

15.54%

Other social rented

128

9.12%

Other forms of private rent

3.14%

Total households: 1,403

Property prices in The Buckenhams & Banham

Based on 42 recent sales, the median property price is £335,000 in The Buckenhams & Banham area, with individual transactions ranging from £143,000 up to £841,000.

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 The Buckenhams & Banham over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	22	£380,000	£260,100	£336,250	£471,250	£671,250
Semi-Detached	12	£282,000	£176,350	£255,000	£383,125	£551,250
Terraced	8	£225,000	£159,450	£193,750	£273,500	£319,250

10 years median price trend in The Buckenhams & Banham

Data Sources

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

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

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