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Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

England / East of England / Broadland / Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

About

Wroxham, Rackheath, and the Plumsteads form a cluster of settlements in Broadland, Norfolk. Wroxham is known as the capital of the Norfolk Broads, with its large marina and boat hire services. The area is centred around the River Bure, attracting visitors for leisure activities. Rackheath, to the north, is a quieter village with a mix of residential and rural spaces, while the Plumsteads are smaller hamlets with a more agricultural character.

The landscape here is dominated by waterways, farmland, and patches of woodland. Wroxham has a range of shops and amenities, serving both locals and tourists. Rackheath has seen recent housing development, balancing growth with its rural surroundings. The Plumsteads retain a more traditional feel, with scattered farms and cottages. Transport links include the B1150 road and regular bus services to Norwich, making the area accessible while maintaining a semi-rural atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads is £49,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
9.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads Population
9,159
Population density
246 per km²

Demographics

British
8,639
94.31%
Other White
168
1.83%
White and Asian (mixed)
59
0.64%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
35
0.38%
Irish
34
0.37%
Total population: 9,160

Housing

Owns outright
1,717
45.03%
Owns with a mortgage
1,336
35.04%
Other social rented
346
9.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
270
7.08%
Other forms of private rent
58
1.52%
Total households: 3,813

Property prices in Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

Based on 167 recent sales, the median property price is £350,000 in Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £1,460,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached93£438,896
Semi-Detached49£290,000
Terraced25£245,000

10 years price trend in Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

All postcodes in Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR135AX

Smee Lane

NR135BN

Heatherwood Close

NR136NH

Stonehouse Road

NR136SE

Mallard Close

NR128SD

Church Lane

NR128UY

Church Lane

NR135DE

Broadmead Green

NR136JP

Honeycombe Road

NR136QT

Sloe Lane

NR136RT

Barn Piece Close

NR128TP

Beech Road

NR135BQ

Heath Road

NR135DZ

Broad View

NR135EP

Copeman Road

NR135EU

School Road

NR135FH

Broad Lane

NR135HP

Emmas Way

NR135HU

Blofield Corner Road

NR135HZ

Crowes Loke

NR135JE

Spencer Close

NR136FU

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136NF

Wroxham Road

NR136NY

Station Road

NR136QA

Lower Street

NR136RS

Hall Drive

NR128SP

Keys Drive

NR136GG

Green Lane West

NR136GL

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136LT

Green Lane West

NR135EF

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR128RS

Grange Walk

NR128SW

Keys Drive

NR128TR

The Avenue

NR128TW

Beech Road

NR135JL

Stanford Crescent

NR136TQ

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR128TS

The Avenue

NR128XA

Back Lane

NR135JD

Crowes Loke

NR136GF

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136NW

The Close

NR136PE

Eva Road

NR136RH

Cheyney Avenue

NR136RX

Lower Street

NR135BB

Green Lane North

NR135BY

Norwich Road

NR135EB

Low Road

NR136QJ

Green Lane East

NR135FD

Morris Drive

NR136FX

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136NQ

Wroxham Road

NR136PA

Dakenham Close

NR136PF

Palmer Road

NR136TS

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR128SF

Nobel Crescent

NR128XB

Back Lane

NR135DB

Hare Road

NR135ET

Astley Road

NR136NT

Earl Road

NR136PZ

Basey Road

NR136TT

Broad Lane

NR128SG

Nobel Crescent

NR135DJ

Hall Road

NR135ER

Church Road

NR136GJ

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136LS

The Close

NR136PL

Mission Road

NR136PP

Sir Edward Stracey Road

NR136RY

Upper Street

NR135FX

Hamilton Close

NR135EH

Toad Lane

NR136AA

Eva Road

NR136QF

Norwich Road

NR136QR

Vera Close

NR136RB

Lower Street

NR136RF

Thieves Lane

NR136RG

Ward Road

NR136SX

Wendover Road

NR136UU

Sam Smith Way

NR128ST

Granny Bard's Lane

NR128TH

Hartwell Road

NR135AD

Blofield Corner Road

NR135AU

Smee Lane

NR135BH

Green Lane North

NR135BL

Lawn Crescent

NR135FG

Taylor Way

NR136PH

Green Lane West

NR136SL

Willoughby Way

NR136TE

Bell Lane

NR135FS

Hobart Drive

NR128SJ

Church Lane

NR135EA

Hale Court

NR135EQ

Middle Road

NR136FQ

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136NL

Dobb's Lane

NR136SP

Canfor Road

NR135FR

Warner Way

NR128RZ

Norwich Road

NR128TU

Charles Close

NR135JH

Belt Road

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Data Sources

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