About Black Carr

Black Carr is a small settlement located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR17 postcode area and is situated near the River Waveney, which forms part of the border between Norfolk and Suffolk. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered dwellings typical of the Norfolk countryside. The name 'Black Carr' likely refers to a low-lying, marshy area, as 'carr' is an old term for wetland. The surrounding landscape is flat and agricultural, with farmland stretching in all directions. There are no major amenities in the immediate vicinity, and the population is small. The village is accessible by road, with the A140 being the nearest main route. It is a quiet place, offering a peaceful environment for those who live there.

School Ratings in Black Carr

There are 24 schools in and around Black Carr. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Black Carr

The average property price is £312K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £374K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Black Carr

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Drugs is prevalent across Black Carr, with 8 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Black Carr

Black Carr sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Black Carr

Broadband availability in Black Carr includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. 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

18 Primary
4 Secondary
2 Other
Spooner Row Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Wymondham College Secondary Outstanding 2.3 miles Wymondham College Prep School Primary Outstanding 2.3 miles Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Bunwell Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Attleborough Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Attleborough Academy Secondary Good 2.7 miles Old Buckenham High School Secondary 2.9 miles Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.9 miles Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy Primary 3 miles Chapel Green School 3.1 miles Morley Church of England Primary Academy Primary 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Black Carr IMD 2025

Black Carr sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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 Black Carr 44 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Black Carr records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

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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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Spooner Row Train Station 1.2 miles
Attleborough Train Station 2.8 miles
Wymondham Train Station 3.6 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 5.8 miles
Harling Road Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Bunwell Bottom 0.6 miles Spooner Row 1.2 miles Wattlefield 1.4 miles Flaxlands 1.4 miles Besthorpe 1.9 miles Suton 1.9 miles Upgate Street 1.9 miles Burgh Common 2 miles Bunwell 2.2 miles Carleton Rode 2.2 miles Cordwell 2.8 miles Morley St Botolph 2.8 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