About Bawsey

Bawsey is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the PE32 postcode area and is situated near the River Wensum, offering a peaceful rural setting. The village is known for its traditional English countryside character, with a mix of residential homes and open fields. Bawsey is close to the market town of Fakenham, which provides local amenities and services. The surrounding area is largely agricultural, with farmland stretching across the Norfolk landscape. The village has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with a local church and a few local facilities. Its location makes it convenient for those who enjoy walking, cycling, or exploring the wider Norfolk countryside.

School Ratings in Bawsey

Families in Bawsey have access to 30 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bawsey

Homes sell for an average of £347K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £391K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bawsey

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Bawsey

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bawsey 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 Bawsey

Broadband services in Bawsey 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 2,265 sales

Average Price £347K
£2K — £6.52M
Detached £391K 1,260
Semi £261K 553
Terraced £247K 251
Flat £157K 24

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

21 Primary
3 Secondary
6 Other
Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Holly Meadows School Primary Good 2 miles Churchill Park Complex Needs School 2.3 miles Fairstead Community Primary and Nursery School Primary 2.4 miles Gayton Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2.4 miles Springwood High School Secondary Good 2.7 miles Middleton Church of England Primary Academy Primary Inadequate 2.7 miles Reffley Academy Primary Good 2.8 miles Gaywood Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles St Martha's Catholic Primary School Primary 2.9 miles King's Oak Academy Primary 3 miles Howard Junior School Primary 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bawsey IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bawsey 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
4/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
6/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
4,048 Children (0-15) 15%
15,507 Working Age 57%
10,412 Older (60+) 38%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% 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 Bawsey 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Bawsey 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.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Norfolk Dersingham and Gayton Visit force website →
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 2 stations

Kings Lynn Train Station 3.9 miles
Watlington Train Station 6.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Leziate 0.6 miles Ashwicken 1.2 miles Tower End 1.8 miles Pott Row 1.8 miles East Winch 2 miles Middleton 2.2 miles Roydon 2.2 miles Fairstead 2.5 miles Gayton 2.5 miles Fair Green 2.6 miles Grimston 2.6 miles South Wootton 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Breckland
County Norfolk
Ward Nar Valley
Constituency South West Norfolk
Parish Narborough
Region East of England

Streets in PE32 30 shown View all streets

A47 1 Abbey Road 3 Abbeyfields 2 Acorn Drive 1 Archer Lane 2 Ashwicken Road 2 Back Lane 11 Back Road 3 Back Street 6 Bailey Street 2 Barrows Hole Lane 1 Beeston Road 3 Bell Road 1 Big Wood Lane 1 Bilney Road 1 Birch Drive 1 Birch Road 1 Blacksmith's Row 1 Blacksmiths Way 1 Blake Close 1 Blenheim Crescent 1 Booth Close 1 Bracken Way 1 Briar Close 1 Brick Kiln Lane 1 Brick Yard Lane 1 Bricknel Close 1 Broadgate Lane 3 Brocks Yard 1 Brookwell Springs 2

Postcodes in PE32 50 shown View all postcodes

PE32 1AA PE32 1AB PE32 1AD PE32 1AE PE32 1AF PE32 1AG PE32 1AH PE32 1AJ PE32 1AL PE32 1AN PE32 1AP PE32 1AQ PE32 1AR PE32 1AS PE32 1AT PE32 1AU PE32 1AW PE32 1AX PE32 1AY PE32 1BA PE32 1BD PE32 1BE PE32 1BG PE32 1BH PE32 1BJ PE32 1BL PE32 1BN PE32 1BP PE32 1BQ PE32 1BS PE32 1BT PE32 1BU PE32 1BW PE32 1BX PE32 1BY PE32 1BZ PE32 1DA PE32 1DB PE32 1DD PE32 1DE PE32 1DF PE32 1DG PE32 1DH PE32 1DJ PE32 1DL PE32 1DN PE32 1DP PE32 1DQ PE32 1DR PE32 1DS