Thetford Central & East is a residential and commercial area in Breckland, Norfolk. It includes the town centre, with shops, services, and historic landmarks like the Ancient House Museum. The River Thet runs through the area, providing green spaces such as Castle Park and the Nuns’ Bridges recreation ground. Housing ranges from Victorian terraces to modern developments, catering to a mix of residents.
The area has good transport links, with the A11 and A134 roads connecting it to nearby towns and cities. Thetford railway station offers services to Norwich and Cambridge. Schools, healthcare facilities, and community centres serve local needs. Thetford Central & East balances urban convenience with access to nature, including Thetford Forest on its outskirts.
On average Thetford Central & East has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thetford Central & East is £47,900 per year. There are 6 schools in Thetford Central & East: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Based on 149 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Thetford Central & East area, with individual transactions ranging from £102,500 up to £420,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 52 | £277,500 |
| Flats | 12 | £132,500 |
| Semi-Detached | 39 | £230,000 |
| Terraced | 46 | £195,000 |
10 years price trend in Thetford Central & East
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Old Market Street
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Chalk Close
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Glebe Close
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Woodruff Road
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Poppy Close
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Minstergate
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Market Place
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Magdalen Street
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Grove Lane
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Castle Street
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Benbow Road
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Blackthorn Close
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Keats Close
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Grove Lane
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Raymond Street
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Melford Bridge Road
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Churchill Road
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Hawthorn Way
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Lawrence Road
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Primrose Close
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Market Place
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Keats Close
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Earls' Street
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Magdalen Street
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Pike Lane
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Castle Lane
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Redgate
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Lime Grove
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Mallow Road
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Rosecroft Way
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Market Place
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George Road
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Magdalen Street
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Castle Street
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Green Lane
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Norwich Road
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Thetford Central & East
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Rosecroft Way
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Borage Close
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Coltsfoot Way
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Caraway Road
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Crown House Close
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.