How safe is Worlingham & Barnby?

Crime level in Worlingham & Barnby is very low with about 28 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What home types are most common in Worlingham & Barnby?

Housing mix: detached 56.6%, semi-detached 27.4%.

How much social housing is near Worlingham & Barnby?

About 7.6% across the Worlingham & Barnby area.

How many households are in Worlingham & Barnby?

There are 3,743 households in Worlingham & Barnby

What's the average income in Worlingham & Barnby?

Average resident income is about £41,800 per year.

What are house prices in Worlingham & Barnby?

Based on 92 recent sales, the median price is £282,500; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How deprived is Worlingham & Barnby?

Deprivation score 5/10 (rank 19578 of 32844 in country).

What's the Worlingham & Barnby population and density?

Worlingham & Barnby population is 8,486 with density 110.6 per km².

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Q: What schools in Worlingham & Barnby and how are they rated?

There are 3 schools in Worlingham & Barnby: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

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About

Worlingham & Barnby are neighbouring villages located in East Suffolk, just west of Lowestoft. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, as well as some older cottages. Local amenities include a primary school, a village hall, and a convenience store, catering to daily needs. The nearby A146 provides easy access to Beccles and Norwich, while public transport links connect to Lowestoft.

The surrounding landscape features open farmland and quiet country lanes, offering walks and cycling routes. The River Waveney flows near Barnby, adding to the rural character of the area. Although mostly peaceful, the villages benefit from proximity to larger towns for shopping and leisure. The lack of major commercial development preserves a quiet, community-focused atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Worlingham & Barnby has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 28 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Worlingham & Barnby is £41,800 per year. There are 3 schools in Worlingham & Barnby: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

7.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Worlingham & Barnby Population

8,486

Population density

110.6 per km²

Demographics

British

8,164

96.23%

Other White

119

1.4%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.37%

Irish

0.31%

Other

0.25%

Total population: 8,484

Housing

Owns outright

1,822

48.69%

Owns with a mortgage

1,090

29.13%

Private landlord or letting agency

422

11.28%

Other social rented

181

4.84%

Social rents from council

158

4.22%

Total households: 3,742

Property prices in Worlingham & Barnby

Based on 92 recent sales, the median property price is £282,500 in Worlingham & Barnby area, with individual transactions ranging from £115,000 up to £1,000,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	46	£345,000	£220,500	£277,500	£470,000	£753,750
Semi-Detached	35	£240,000	£123,500	£191,250	£282,500	£355,000
Terraced	11	£230,000	£180,000	£211,000	£270,500	£334,375

10 years price trend in Worlingham & Barnby

All postcodes in Worlingham & Barnby

NR347DX

Ashdale Drive

NR348JR

Banters Lane

NR347PF

Marsh Lane

NR347PH

Lowestoft Road

NR347PQ

Marsh Lane

NR347PU

Boundary Lane

NR347TY

Pound Road

NR347XE

Benacre Road

NR348HG

Lodge Farm Lane

NR351TL

Rectory Lane

NR338HD

Fairhead Loke

NR347EF

Woodland Avenue

NR347PN

Beccles Road

NR347QF

Beccles Road

NR347UY

Chapel Road

NR348LF

Polls Lane

NR348PD

London Road

NR348HW

Clarke's Lane

NR348JZ

Hall Road

NR348PF

Primrose Lane

NR347QT

Siding Road

NR347RF

All Saints Green

NR347RN

Fairmile Close

NR347RS

Mirbeck's Close

NR348TU

Church Lane

NR351TF

Annis Hill

NR347AW

Worell Drive

NR347EW

Cedar Drive

NR347QQ

Marsh Lane

NR347SH

Guildhall Road

NR347TS

Jay's Hill Road

NR347TU

Jay's Hill Road

NR347XQ

Cucumber Lane

NR348LY

Redisham Road

NR348TF

Church Lane

NR349LU

Petit Couronne Way

NR349PT

St Paul's Close

NR349UR

Marion Close

NR351TH

Castle Road

NR347QD

Green Lane

NR347EH

Lowestoft Road

NR347PT

Spinney Close

NR347PZ

Mill Lane

NR347QP

Siding Road

NR347SQ

Blything Court

NR347TE

Benacre Road

NR347UA

Pound Road

NR347XA

Beccles Road

NR349JU

George Brown Way

NR349LT

Stobart Close

NR348LE

Worlingham & Barnby

NR347AL

Highland Drive

NR347BZ

Ellough Road

NR347EB

Poppy Close

NR347EP

Sycamore Close

NR347QH

Dairy Lane

NR347QL

Worlingham & Barnby

NR347TJ

Anson Way

NR348DD

London Road

NR348LN

Redisham Road

NR348NZ

School Road

NR349JY

Cucumber Lane

NR349PX

St Andrew's Road

NR348LA

Cromwell Road

NR347DN

Oak Avenue

NR347EG

Cherry Hill Close

NR347PL

Dairy Lane

NR347QG

Marsh Lane

NR347RA

Lowestoft Road

NR347TP

Church Road

NR347UR

Mill Road

NR347UU

Chapel Road

NR348HN

Clarke's Lane

NR348HP

Low Road

NR348LX

The Orchard

NR351TB

Watch House Hill

NR347EX

Holly Close

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

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