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The Raynhams

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About

The Raynhams ward is located in the rural district of North Norfolk, encompassing several small villages and hamlets. The area is characterised by open farmland, hedgerows, and scattered woodland, typical of the Norfolk countryside. Settlements like East Raynham and South Raynham feature historic buildings, including the Grade I-listed Raynham Hall, a notable 17th-century estate. The ward's landscape is shaped by agriculture, with a mix of arable fields and pastureland.

Transport links include the A1065, which runs through the ward, connecting it to nearby towns like Fakenham and Swaffham. The area has a sparse population, with community life centred around local churches and village halls. The River Wensum flows nearby, adding to the natural features of the ward. The Raynhams ward offers a quiet, rural setting with a focus on farming and heritage.

Area overview

On average The Raynhams has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in The Raynhams is £39,400 per year. There are 2 schools in The Raynhams: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
5.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

The Raynhams Population
2,734
Population density
46.6 per km²

Demographics

British
2,600
95.03%
Other White
52
1.9%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
17
0.62%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
16
0.58%
Irish
11
0.4%
Total population: 2,736

Housing

Owns outright
470
39.33%
Owns with a mortgage
321
26.86%
Private landlord or letting agency
262
21.92%
Other social rented
65
5.44%
Other forms of private rent
51
4.27%
Total households: 1,195

Property prices in The Raynhams

Based on 22 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in The Raynhams area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £1,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£507,500
Semi-Detached12£229,250
Terraced6£262,500

10 years price trend in The Raynhams

All postcodes in The Raynhams

NR217DH

Heath Road

NR217PN

Toftrees Road

NR217QX

Pine Coombe

NR217DN

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217LQ

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217NX

Colkirk Hill

NR217EP

Hall Yard

NR217HQ

Swaffham Road

NR217BH

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217BX

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217DL

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217ED

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217HH

Hollow Lane

NR217HW

Swaffham Road

NR217LE

Back Street

NR217LR

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217QF

Rose Walk

NR217AB

Dereham Road

NR217DG

Atcherley Square

NR217ER

Hall Yard

NR217PW

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217QE

Rose Walk

NR217RL

Army Road

NR217RN

Flag Street

NR217AY

Elm Lane

NR217DX

Lamb Lane

NR217EF

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217EZ

The Drove

NR217LH

Gogg's Mill Road

NR217LW

Gravelpit Hill

NR217RR

School Road

NR217AJ

Station Road

NR217DE

West Raynham Road

NR217HB

Hollow Lane

NR217JP

Felbrigg Walk

NR217NY

Dereham Road

NR217PR

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217JN

Barsham Close

NR217DR

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217DZ

Gravelpit Hill

NR217HA

Hollow Lane

PE318SA

Lancaster Road

NR217JS

Sandringham Crescent

NR217PS

Halifax Crescent

NR217BB

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217BJ

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217FB

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217LB

Mill Close

NR217LZ

Back Street

NR217AF

Fakenham Road

NR217BA

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217BT

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217EH

Walsingham & Raynham

NR217EU

Hollow Lane

NR217HR

Pollywiggle Lane

NR217QN

Oakdene

NR217QP

Appledore Lane

PE318FZ

Station Road
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.