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Thetford North

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About

Thetford North sits on the northern edge of the market town, characterised by residential streets and proximity to open heathland. The area includes a mix of housing, from post-war estates to more recent developments, with local amenities serving the community.

The landscape is shaped by the nearby Thetford Forest, with the River Little Ouse forming a natural boundary. A distinctive network of pedestrian and cycle paths, known as the 'Riverside Walk', follows the waterway through the town, connecting green spaces.

Area overview

On average Thetford North has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 98 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 37.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Thetford North is £45,180 per year. There are 2 schools in Thetford North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Thetford North is home to around 5,933 people, with a population density of about 692.6 per km2.

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
98
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
37.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Thetford North Population
5,933
Population density
692.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
49.38(+59%)
Anti-social behaviour
22.08(+91%)
Criminal damage and arson
12.81(+100%)
Other theft
9.27(+67%)
Public order
7.58(+46%)
East of England average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,022
67.78%
Other White
1,432
24.13%
Other
88
1.48%
White and Black African (mixed)
78
1.31%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
52
0.88%
Total population: 5,934

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,335
29.28%
Level 4+ (Degree)
725
15.9%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
710
15.57%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
688
15.09%
Level 3 (A level)
612
13.42%
Total 16+ residents: 4,559

Housing

Housing tenure

Other social rented
694
29.59%
Private landlord or letting agency
506
21.58%
Owns with a mortgage
465
19.83%
Owns outright
402
17.14%
Social rents from council
223
9.51%
Total households: 2,345

Property prices in Thetford North

Based on 45 recent sales, the median property price is £187,500 in Thetford North area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Thetford North 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 Thetford North over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached8£305,500
Flats6£103,001
Semi-Detached4£221,500
Terraced27£185,000

10 years median price trend in Thetford North

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

All postcodes in Thetford North

IP241UP

Millicent Oliver Close

IP241BQ

Abbey Green

IP241ER

Salisbury Way

IP241AL

Canterbury Way

IP241DS

Edinburgh Way

IP241DU

Durham Way

IP241FD

Sturston Close

IP241HS

Hill Fort Close

IP241AR

Painter Street

IP241AU

Priory Park

IP241DZ

Chester Way

IP241HJ

Fison Way

IP241BE

St Nicholas Street

IP241UA

Anne Bartholomew Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.