About Aldeby

Aldeby is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR34 postcode area and is situated near the River Alde, which gives the village its name. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and farmland surrounding the settlement. Aldeby is part of the civil parish of Aldeby and St. Margaret’s, and the local community is closely connected to the surrounding countryside. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, peaceful atmosphere typical of many Norfolk villages. Its proximity to the coast and the River Alde makes it a convenient base for those interested in walking, fishing, or exploring the local natural environment. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns offering additional amenities.

School Ratings in Aldeby

Families in Aldeby have access to 26 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Aldeby

Homes sell for an average of £321K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £386K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Aldeby

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Aldeby, with 10 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Aldeby

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Aldeby around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Aldeby

Aldeby benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,166 sales

Average Price £321K
£4K — £5.1M
Detached £386K 1,332
Semi £269K 773
Terraced £223K 769
Flat £147K 86

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

20 Primary
3 Secondary
3 Other
Glebeland Community Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Worlingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Barnby and North Cove Community Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Beccles Primary Academy Primary Good 2.7 miles Butterflies Family Hub Good 2.8 miles Beccles High School Secondary Requires Improvement 2.8 miles Ravensmere Infant School Primary Good 3 miles The Albert Pye Community Primary School Primary 3 miles Somerleyton Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Gillingham St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles St Benet's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Sir John Leman High School Secondary 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Aldeby IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Aldeby are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,270 Children (0-15) 14%
17,030 Working Age 56%
11,669 Older (60+) 39%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Aldeby 54 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Aldeby are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

22 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Shoplifting
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Theft
4 Burglary
3 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Drugs
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Somerleyton Train Station 2.4 miles
Beccles Train Station 2.7 miles
Haddiscoe Train Station 3.1 miles
Oulton Broad South Train Station 4 miles
Oulton Broad North Train Station 4.3 miles
Lowestoft Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wheatacre 0.6 miles Burgh St Peter 0.6 miles Waterheath 0.9 miles Waterloo 1.9 miles Toft Monks 2 miles Haddiscoe 2 miles Bull's Green 2.6 miles Worlingham 2.6 miles North Cove 2.6 miles Beccles 2.6 miles Gillingham 2.8 miles Maypole Green 2.8 miles

Local Government

District South Norfolk
County Norfolk
Ward Thurlton
Constituency South Norfolk
Parish Burgh St. Peter
Region East of England

Streets in NR34 30 shown View all streets

A12 9 A145 2 A146 2 Alexander Close 1 Alexandra Road 2 All Saints Drive 1 All Saints Green 1 Annandale Drive 1 Anson Way 1 Ashford Close 1 Ashman's Road 2 Ashtree Close 1 B1062 4 B1127 8 Ballygate 3 Banham Road 4 Banters Lane 3 Barsham Church Road 1 Barsham City Road 2 Beach Farm Track 1 Beccles Road 10 Becclesgate 1 Becks Green Lane 1 Beech Tree Close 1 Benacre Road 5 Big Row 1 Black Boy Meadow 1 Blacksmith Close 1 Bluebell Way 3 Blyburgate 7

Postcodes in NR34 50 shown View all postcodes

NR34 0AA NR34 0AB NR34 0AD NR34 0AE NR34 0AG NR34 0AH NR34 0AJ NR34 0AL NR34 0AN NR34 0AP NR34 0AQ NR34 0AR NR34 0AS NR34 0AT NR34 0AU NR34 0AW NR34 0AX NR34 0AY NR34 0AZ NR34 0BA NR34 0BB NR34 0BD NR34 0BE NR34 0BF NR34 0BG NR34 0BH NR34 0BJ NR34 0BL NR34 0BN NR34 0BP NR34 0BQ NR34 0BS NR34 0BT NR34 0BU NR34 0BW NR34 0BX NR34 0BY NR34 0BZ NR34 0DA NR34 0DB NR34 0DD NR34 0DE NR34 0DG NR34 0DH NR34 0DL NR34 0DN NR34 0DQ NR34 0DR NR34 0EA NR34 0EB