About Bittering

Bittering is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR19 postcode area and is situated near the River Wensum, offering a peaceful rural setting. The village is surrounded by open farmland and is known for its quiet atmosphere and traditional countryside character. Bittering has a small community with a mix of modern and older homes, and it benefits from good access to nearby towns and villages. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with several footpaths and bridleways passing through the surrounding countryside. The village is part of the civil parish of Bittering and is close to the market town of Fakenham, which provides local amenities and services.

School Ratings in Bittering

Bittering is served by 13 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bittering

Property prices average £251K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £344K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bittering

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bittering, with 19 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bittering

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bittering 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 Bittering

Most properties in Bittering can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,259 sales

Average Price £251K
£100 — £3.15M
Detached £344K 1,170
Semi £223K 862
Terraced £183K 840
Flat £104K 248

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
2 Secondary
1 Other
Beeston Primary School Primary 1.9 miles St Mary's Community Primary School, Beetley Primary Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Brisley Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 2.8 miles Litcham School All-through Good 3 miles Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles North Elmham Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery Primary 4 miles Northgate High School Secondary Good 4.1 miles Dereham Church of England Infant and Nursery Academy Primary 4.2 miles King's Park Infant School, Dereham Primary 4.2 miles Dereham Church of England Junior Academy Primary Good 4.5 miles Grove House Infant and Nursery School Primary 4.5 miles Swanton Morley VC Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bittering IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bittering 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,794 Children (0-15) 17%
19,965 Working Age 58%
11,066 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.2% 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 Bittering 136 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Bittering experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

52 Violence & Sexual Offences
19 Anti-Social Behaviour
17 Shoplifting
12 Public Order
10 Other Theft
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Crime
4 Weapons
3 Drugs
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Burglary
Local Policing
Norfolk Dereham 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.

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Longham 1.4 miles East Bilney 1.4 miles Mileham 1.8 miles Stanfield 1.9 miles Gressenhall 2 miles High Green 2 miles Beeston 2.2 miles Drury Square 2.2 miles Sparrow Green 2.2 miles Beetley 2.5 miles Wendling 2.5 miles Crane's Corner 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Breckland
County Norfolk
Ward Mattishall
Constituency Mid Norfolk
Parish Whinburgh and Westfield
Region East of England

Streets in NR19 30 shown View all streets

A47 1 Abbey Close 1 Acorn Way 1 Aldiss Avenue 1 Aldiss Court 2 Alexander Way 1 Allwood Avenue 1 Andrew Goodall Close 2 Andrews Way 2 Armstrong Drive 1 Ascot Gardens 1 Ashley Walk 1 Attlee Way 1 Banyard Place 1 Barnaby Close 1 Baxter Row 1 Beatrice Avenue 2 Becclesgate 1 Beeston Lane 1 Beeston Road 3 Belgrave Gardens 1 Bell Close 2 Bertie Ward Way 1 Birch Close 1 Bishops Park 1 Bishoptyne Avenue 1 Bittering Lane 2 Bloomfield Mews 1 Bluebell Close 1 Boston Close 1

Postcodes in NR19 50 shown View all postcodes

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