Barroway Drove on the map

Barroway Drove built-up area

Built-up area0.4 km² (0.2 sq mi)

Location in NorfolkBarroway Drove sits where the marker shows within the county.

16,899
Population
6,603
Households
5 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£44,540
Avg. household income
529
Businesses
184
People per km²
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About Barroway Drove

Barroway Drove is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the PE38 postcode area and is situated near the River Wensum, offering a peaceful rural setting. The village is characterised by its traditional English countryside surroundings, with open fields and scattered cottages. It is a quiet community with a strong sense of local identity, and the area is popular with walkers and cyclists due to its proximity to the Wensum Valley. The village is part of the civil parish of Barroway Drove and is close to the town of Fakenham, which provides local amenities. The landscape is largely agricultural, with farmland stretching across the surrounding area. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the wider Norfolk countryside.

School Ratings in Barroway Drove

Barroway Drove is served by 13 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barroway Drove

Property prices average £267K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £308K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barroway Drove

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Barroway Drove, with 8 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barroway Drove

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barroway Drove 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 Barroway Drove

There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Barroway Drove, the nearest being The Hollies Surgery (2.1 miles away).

Local Data for Barroway Drove

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Property Prices 2,718 sales

Average Price £267K
£200 , £18.48M
Detached £308K 1,350
Semi £220K 588
Terraced £196K 473
Flat £129K 165

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Good 5

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE38 postcode area.

Downham Market Children's Centre 2.1 miles Nelson Academy Primary Good 2.2 miles Downham Market Academy Secondary Good 2.7 miles Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Downham Market, Hillcrest Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Wimbotsham and Stow Academy Primary 3 miles Orchard Manor School Not applicable 3.6 miles Beaupre Community Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Hilgay Riverside Academy Primary Good 4.3 miles Holy Cross Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Magdalen Academy Primary Good 4.8 miles Marshland St James Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 4.9 miles

Household Income in Barroway Drove ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barroway Drove is approximately £44,540 a year before tax, 19% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,438. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barroway Drove £44,540
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,438.

Businesses in Barroway Drove ONS 2025

There are approximately 529 active businesses based in Barroway Drove, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 7 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

529 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Barroway Drove IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barroway Drove 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
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 56%
Older 65+ 28%
2,723 Children (0-15) 16%
9,485 Working Age 56%
4,687 Older (65+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.4% 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 Barroway Drove 54 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Barroway Drove 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 23
Criminal Damage & Arson 8
Anti-Social Behaviour 6
Other Theft 6
Public Order 6
Shoplifting 4
Other Crime 1
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

Downham Market Train Station 1.8 miles
Watlington Train Station 5.3 miles
Littleport Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

The Drove 0 yards West Head 1.2 miles Salters Lode 1.4 miles Nordelph 2.2 miles Downham Market 2.5 miles Broomhill 2.6 miles Wimbotsham 2.8 miles Denver 2.8 miles Stow Bridge 3.1 miles Stow Bardolph 3.3 miles Fordham 3.5 miles Bexwell 3.7 miles

Local Government

District East Cambridgeshire
County Cambridgeshire
Ward Littleport
Constituency North East Cambridgeshire
Parish Littleport
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Barroway Drove

Of the 7,640 households in and around Barroway Drove, 68% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 68% Social rented 11% Private rented 20%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barroway Drove.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barroway Drove

What is the population of Barroway Drove?
Barroway Drove has a population of approximately 16,899 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barroway Drove?
The average property in and around Barroway Drove sold for about £267,248, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 23% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barroway Drove a deprived area?
Barroway Drove sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barroway Drove?
Barroway Drove is covered by the PE38 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barroway Drove?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barroway Drove, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barroway Drove?
The nearest railway station to Barroway Drove is Downham Market Train Station, about 1.8 miles away.

Streets in PE38 30 shown View all streets

Admiralty Close 1 Alexandra Way 2 Anchor Drove 1 Ash Close 1 Avenue Close 1 Barroway Drove 6 Basil Drive 1 Batchcroft Close 1 Bay Walk 1 Beech Road 1 Beechey Close 1 Belsize Close 1 Bennett Street 3 Bexwell Lane 2 Bexwell Road 9 Birchfield Road 2 Birchwood Way 1 Black Bank Drove 1 Bluebell Close 1 Boothes Road 1 Border Lane 1 Brady Close 1 Brady Gardens 1 Brickfields Lane 1 Bridge Road 2 Bridge Street 8 Bridle Lane 1 Broadlands 1 Brock Mews 1 Brothercross Way 1

Postcodes in PE38 50 shown View all postcodes

PE38 0AA PE38 0AB PE38 0AD PE38 0AE PE38 0AF PE38 0AG PE38 0AH PE38 0AJ PE38 0AL PE38 0AN PE38 0AP PE38 0AQ PE38 0AT PE38 0AU PE38 0AW PE38 0AX PE38 0AY PE38 0AZ PE38 0BA PE38 0BB PE38 0BD PE38 0BE PE38 0BF PE38 0BG PE38 0BH PE38 0BJ PE38 0BL PE38 0BN PE38 0BP PE38 0BQ PE38 0BS PE38 0BT PE38 0BU PE38 0BW PE38 0BX PE38 0BY PE38 0BZ PE38 0DA PE38 0DB PE38 0DF PE38 0DG PE38 0DH PE38 0DJ PE38 0DL PE38 0DP PE38 0DQ PE38 0DS PE38 0DT PE38 0DU PE38 0DW