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Thorpe Hamlet

About

Thorpe Hamlet is a residential ward located in the southeast of Norwich, bordered by the River Yare and the railway line. The area features a mix of Victorian and Edwardian housing, with some modern developments. It includes several green spaces, such as Waterloo Park and St. Andrews Park, providing recreational areas for residents. The ward is well-connected, with easy access to Norwich city centre via public transport and major roads like the A146.

The area has a range of local amenities, including independent shops, cafes, and pubs along Thorpe Road. It is also home to the historic St. Matthew’s Church and the Norwich High School for Girls. The ward has a strong community presence, with regular events and activities organised by local groups. Thorpe Hamlet’s proximity to the river and parks makes it a popular choice for those seeking a quieter residential area while remaining close to the city.

Area overview

On average Thorpe Hamlet has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 246 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thorpe Hamlet is £42,387 per year. There are 4 schools in Thorpe Hamlet: 2 primary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

246

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Thorpe Hamlet Population

9,688

Population density

3,877.4 per km²

Demographics

British

7,160

73.9%

Other White

1,053

10.87%

Indian

392

4.05%

African

162

1.67%

Chinese

139

1.43%

Total population: 9,689

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,332

41.17%

Owns outright

1,107

19.54%

Owns with a mortgage

982

17.34%

Other social rented

740

13.06%

Social rents from council

311

5.49%

Total households: 5,664

Property prices in Thorpe Hamlet

Based on 189 recent sales, the median property price is £210,000 in Thorpe Hamlet area, with individual transactions ranging from £73,500 up to £850,000.

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 Thorpe Hamlet over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	9	£512,500	£404,700	£480,000	£675,000	£692,000
Flats	113	£165,000	£97,000	£130,000	£215,000	£269,000
Semi-Detached	13	£260,000	£152,000	£230,000	£390,000	£688,000
Terraced	54	£245,000	£146,675	£221,625	£302,000	£476,750

10 years median price trend in Thorpe Hamlet

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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