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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

NR135JQ

Norwich Road

NR136FR

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136FZ

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136LQ

Green Lane West

NR136NJ

Norwich Road

NR136PB

Norwich Road

NR136RA

Chapel Loke

NR136RR

Bell Lane

NR136SB

Cheyney Avenue

NR136TR

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136TU

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR135EZ

Barker Way

NR135FE

Beech Drive

NR135JF

Sandhole Lane

NR136NN

Back Lane

NR136PG

Green Lane West

NR136PY

Fitzmaurice Court

NR136QB

Mill Close

NR136QP

Burton Drive

NR136SN

Webb Drive

NR136TA

Sam Smith Way

NR128RU

Bure Close

NR135FF

Lakeland Close

NR136LF

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136QG

Norwich Road

NR136RE

Lower Street

NR136TN

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR128TL

Hartwell Road

NR128UX

Coltishall Road

NR135EE

Hare Road

NR135HT

Hale Court

NR135HX

Post Office Road

NR136RZ

The Loke

NR136SG

Fuller Close

NR135AJ

Plumstead Road

NR135EY

St Marys Close

NR135FA

Hospital Road

NR136EY

Howlett's Loke

NR136FS

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136PR

Liberator Close

NR136PS

Albert Shower Road

NR135JJ

Belt Road

NR136NZ

Muck Lane

NR136PN

Green Lane West

NR136SR

Craske Drive

NR136TB

Greenfield Way

NR135BJ

South Walk

NR135BT

Altongate

NR135EW

Hospital Road

NR136LU

Green Lane West

NR136LX

Wroxham Road

NR136PX

Bunkell Road

NR136QE

Farman Close

NR136RD

Lower Street

NR136SF

Otter Close

NR136UX

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR128SQ

Castle Street

NR128SX

Bridge Broad Close

NR135DQ

Hallgate

NR135GF

Hospital Road

NR136FB

Norwich Road

NR136LY

Newman Road

NR136NG

Wroxham Road

NR136PW

Long's Crescent

NR136RU

Chapel Loke

NR128FE

Bell Lane

NR128FF

Christopher Way

NR128RY

Norwich Road

NR135BP

Lawn Crescent

NR135EJ

Broad Lane

NR136FN

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136GA

Witchcraft Way

NR136GP

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR136LG

Newman Road

NR136QD

Farman Close

NR136QH

Sam Smith Way

NR136QY

Ron Fielder Close

NR136TD

Greenfield Way

NR128RX

Bridge Broad Close

NR128SR

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR135BX

Plumstead Road

NR135EX

Penrice Road

NR135HR

St Davids Drive

NR135JA

Highefield

NR136QX

Liberator Close

NR136AD

Chapel Loke

NR136FF

Wrights Meadow

NR136LJ

Mackintosh Road

NR136PT

Bidwell Road

NR136RN

Topcliffe Avenue

NR136RP

Green Lane West

NR135FW

Norwich Road

NR128SB

Park Road

NR135BW

Beechbank Drive

NR135BZ

Broad Lane

NR135FJ

Beech Drive

NR135GG

Wroxham, Rackheath & the Plumsteads

NR135JR

Brick Kilns Road

NR136LH

Albert Shower Road

NR136NU

Warren Green

Data Sources

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