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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 33 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
33
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

Ethnic groups

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

Housing tenure

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 27 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in The Raynhams area, with individual transactions ranging from £150,000 up to £1,550,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for The Raynhams 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 The Raynhams over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£440,000
Semi-Detached15£208,000
Terraced6£255,000

10 years median price trend in The Raynhams

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

Data Sources

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