About Barnham Broom

Barnham Broom is a village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR9 postcode area, situated near the border with Suffolk. The village is part of the broader rural landscape of Norfolk, known for its open fields and agricultural activity. Barnham Broom is close to the River Waveney, which forms a natural boundary between Norfolk and Suffolk. The area is characterised by a mix of farmland, woodland, and scattered residential properties. The village itself is modest in size, with a small community and a few local amenities. It is accessible by road via the A140, which connects it to nearby towns such as Diss and Bungay. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and cycling, with several footpaths and bridleways passing through the area.

School Ratings in Barnham Broom

Barnham Broom is served by 17 schools. Little Melton Primary School and Hethersett Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barnham Broom

Property prices average £340K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £388K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barnham Broom

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other crime accounts for the highest share in Barnham Broom, with 2 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barnham Broom

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barnham Broom 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barnham Broom

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Barnham Broom, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,438 sales

Average Price £340K
£3K — £11.52M
Detached £388K 1,838
Semi £261K 1,028
Terraced £241K 328
Flat £183K 64

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

13 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Barnham Broom Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Barford Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.5 miles Mattishall Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Garvestone Community Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Wicklewood Primary School and Nursery Primary 3.3 miles Hockering Church of England Primary Academy Primary 3.4 miles Robert Kett Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy Primary 3.9 miles Ashleigh Primary School and Nursery, Wymondham Primary Outstanding 4 miles Wymondham High Academy Secondary Good 4.1 miles The Lighthouse Good 4.2 miles St Peter's CofE Primary Academy, Easton Primary Good 4.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barnham Broom IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barnham Broom 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.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
6,510 Children (0-15) 17%
22,123 Working Age 58%
12,065 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.2% 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 Barnham Broom 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Barnham Broom 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 small town.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 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 3 stations

Wymondham Train Station 4.7 miles
Spooner Row Train Station 6.4 miles
Attleborough Train Station 7.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brandon Parva 0 yards Rush Green 0.6 miles Coston 0.9 miles Runhall 1.2 miles Welborne 1.4 miles Danemoor Green 1.8 miles Carleton Forehoe 1.8 miles Welborne Common 1.8 miles Kimberley 1.9 miles Upper Brandon Parva 2 miles Low Street 2.2 miles Colton 2.2 miles

Local Government

District South Norfolk
County Norfolk
Ward Hethersett
Constituency South Norfolk
Parish Bawburgh
Region East of England

Streets in NR9 30 shown View all streets

A47 2 Admirals Garden 1 Admirals Walk 1 Admirals Way 1 Alborough Loke 1 Alcathoe Close 1 All Saints Close 1 Ambleside 1 Anson Close 1 Arneside 1 Ash Close 1 Attleborough Road 1 Back Lane 4 Bailey Close 1 Bakery Lane 1 Bankside Way 1 Barbastelle Crescent 1 Barford Road 2 Barleyfield Road 1 Barnham Broom Road 1 Bartram Close 1 Bawburgh Road 10 Baxter Close 1 Baxter Road 1 Bayfield Close 1 Bears Close 1 Bears Lane 1 Beaumont Crescent 1 Beeches Lane 1 Bell Meadow 1

Postcodes in NR9 50 shown View all postcodes

NR9 3AA NR9 3AB NR9 3AD NR9 3AE NR9 3AF NR9 3AG NR9 3AH NR9 3AJ NR9 3AL NR9 3AN NR9 3AP NR9 3AQ NR9 3AR NR9 3AS NR9 3AT NR9 3AU NR9 3AW NR9 3AX NR9 3AY NR9 3AZ NR9 3BA NR9 3BB NR9 3BD NR9 3BE NR9 3BF NR9 3BG NR9 3BH NR9 3BJ NR9 3BL NR9 3BN NR9 3BP NR9 3BQ NR9 3BS NR9 3BT NR9 3BU NR9 3BW NR9 3BX NR9 3BY NR9 3BZ NR9 3DA NR9 3DB NR9 3DD NR9 3DE NR9 3DF NR9 3DG NR9 3DH NR9 3DJ NR9 3DL NR9 3DN NR9 3DP