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About Alby Hill
Alby Hill is a small settlement located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR11 postcode area and is situated near the village of Stalham. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and farmland surrounding the hamlet. Alby Hill is not a large community, and its character reflects the quiet, agricultural nature of the Norfolk countryside. The nearest significant town is North Walsham, approximately five miles to the west. The village is accessible by road via the A149, which connects it to other parts of the region. There are a few residential properties in the area, and the landscape is typical of the Norfolk countryside, with rolling hills and hedgerows. The community is small and closely knit, with local amenities limited to those found in nearby villages.
School Ratings in Alby Hill
Alby Hill is served by 14 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Alby Hill
Property prices average £339K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £407K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Alby Hill
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.
Deprivation and Employment in Alby Hill
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Alby Hill falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.
Healthcare in Alby Hill
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Alby Hill, the nearest being Aldborough Surgery (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Alby Hill
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Property Prices 2,942 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the NR11 postcode area.
Household Income in Alby Hill ONS 2023
The average total household income in Alby Hill is approximately £50,555 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,426. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,426.
Businesses in Alby Hill ONS 2025
There are approximately 785 active businesses based in Alby Hill, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 0 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Alby Hill IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Alby Hill in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.
Crime in Alby Hill 1 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Alby Hill falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Alby Hill
Of the 9,694 households in and around Alby Hill, 72% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Alby Hill.