About Anchor Corner

Anchor Corner is a small settlement located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR17 postcode area and is situated near the village of Hoveton. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and traditional housing. It is close to the River Waveney, which forms part of the border between Norfolk and Suffolk, and is within easy reach of the Broads National Park. The surrounding landscape is flat and rural, typical of the Norfolk countryside, with open fields and scattered woodland. There are no major commercial centres in Anchor Corner itself, but local amenities are accessible in nearby villages. The area is popular with those seeking a quiet, countryside lifestyle, and it benefits from good transport links to Norwich and other nearby towns.

School Ratings in Anchor Corner

Families in Anchor Corner have access to 14 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Anchor Corner

Homes sell for an average of £312K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £374K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Anchor Corner

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Drugs is the leading concern across Anchor Corner, with 8 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Anchor Corner

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Anchor Corner 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 Anchor Corner

Broadband services in Anchor Corner range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,237 sales

Average Price £312K
£1K £9.72M
Detached £374K 1,546
Semi £250K 835
Terraced £204K 542
Flat £132K 139

Deprivation and Employment in Anchor Corner IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Anchor Corner 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,842 Children (0-15) 16%
14,062 Working Age 60%
7,587 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.3% 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 Anchor Corner 44 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Anchor Corner 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 small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Drugs
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Burglary
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
2 Shoplifting
1 Weapons
1 Public Order
1 Robbery
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Attleborough Train Station 3.5 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 5.3 miles
Spooner Row Train Station 5.7 miles
Harling Road Train Station 6.7 miles
Wymondham Train Station 6.9 miles

Location

Local Government

District Breckland
County Norfolk
Ward Attleborough Queens & Besthorpe
Constituency Mid Norfolk
Parish Attleborough
Region East of England