About Besthorpe

Besthorpe is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR17 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. It is close to the town of Fakenham, which provides local amenities and services. Besthorpe is part of the broader Norfolk landscape, known for its agricultural heritage and quiet, village life. The area is popular with those seeking a calm, countryside lifestyle, and it benefits from good road connections to nearby towns and cities. The village maintains a sense of community, with local events and activities contributing to its character.

School Ratings in Besthorpe

Besthorpe is served by 23 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Besthorpe

Property prices average £312K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £374K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Besthorpe

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Drugs accounts for the highest share in Besthorpe, with 8 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Besthorpe

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Besthorpe 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 Besthorpe

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Besthorpe, 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 3,237 sales

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

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
3 Secondary
4 Other
Attleborough Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Attleborough Academy Secondary Good 0.8 miles Wymondham College Secondary Outstanding 2 miles Wymondham College Prep School Primary Outstanding 2 miles Rosecroft Primary School Primary 2 miles Spooner Row Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.3 miles Old Buckenham High School Secondary 2.3 miles Chapel Green School 2.4 miles Morley Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2.6 miles Great Ellingham Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 3.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Besthorpe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Besthorpe 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
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 Besthorpe 44 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Besthorpe 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.

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
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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 0.9 miles
Spooner Row Train Station 2.2 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 4.4 miles
Wymondham Train Station 4.5 miles
Harling Road Train Station 7.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Burgh Common 0.6 miles Attleborough 1.2 miles Fiddlers' Green 1.4 miles Black Carr 1.9 miles Puddledock 2 miles Spooner Row 2.2 miles Bunwell Bottom 2.5 miles Old Buckenham 2.5 miles Church Green 2.5 miles Morley St Botolph 2.6 miles Suton 2.6 miles Upgate Street 2.6 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in NR17 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 7 Alexandra Way 1 Alms Houses 1 Anchor Corner 2 Arlington Close 1 Arlington Gardens 3 Ash Tree Close 1 Atling Way 2 Attleborough Bypass 2 Attleborough Road 21 B1111 2 Back Lane 1 Balmoral Close 1 Banham Road 2 Bannister Close 1 Barker's Lane 1 Barley Way 1 Bayfield 1 Beech Avenue 1 Bell Road 1 Besthorpe Carr 1 Besthorpe Hall 1 Besthorpe Road 4 Bickley Close 2 Bilberry Close 1 Birch Drive 1 Blackthorn Road 1 Blenheim Drive 1 Bluebell Close 2 Bow Street 2

Postcodes in NR17 50 shown View all postcodes

NR17 1AA NR17 1AB NR17 1AD NR17 1AE NR17 1AF NR17 1AG NR17 1AH NR17 1AJ NR17 1AL NR17 1AN NR17 1AP NR17 1AQ NR17 1AR NR17 1AS NR17 1AT NR17 1AW NR17 1AX NR17 1AY NR17 1AZ NR17 1BA NR17 1BB NR17 1BD NR17 1BE NR17 1BF NR17 1BG NR17 1BH NR17 1BJ NR17 1BL NR17 1BN NR17 1BP NR17 1BQ NR17 1BS NR17 1BT NR17 1BU NR17 1BW NR17 1BX NR17 1BY NR17 1BZ NR17 1DA NR17 1DB NR17 1DD NR17 1DE NR17 1DF NR17 1DG NR17 1DH NR17 1DJ NR17 1DL NR17 1DN NR17 1DP NR17 1DQ