Blackborough, Norfolk | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Blackborough

Blackborough is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the PE32 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the county. The village is surrounded by open countryside, with farmland stretching across the landscape. Blackborough is not a large settlement, with a modest population and a limited number of residential properties. The local area is known for its peaceful environment and traditional English countryside character. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, which serve the needs of the community. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns offering further services and facilities. Blackborough retains a quiet, rural atmosphere, typical of many Norfolk villages.

School Ratings in Blackborough

Blackborough is served by 31 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blackborough

Property prices average £349K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £385K.

Deprivation and Employment in Blackborough

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blackborough 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.

Local Data for Blackborough

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Property Prices 2,135 sales

Average Price £349K

£2K , £6.52M

Detached £385K 1,188

Semi £254K 537

Terraced £254K 233

Flat £166K 14

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary

3 Secondary

5 Other

Good 6

Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE32 postcode area.

Middleton Church of England Primary Academy Primary Inadequate 1.1 miles West Winch Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles St Martin At Shouldham Church of England Primary Academy Primary 3.6 miles Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Junior Primary 3.6 miles Churchill Park Complex Needs School Not applicable 3.7 miles Fairstead Community Primary and Nursery School Primary 3.8 miles King's Oak Academy Primary 4 miles Howard Junior School Primary 4 miles Cherry Tree Academy Trust Marham Infant Primary 4.1 miles Gayton Church of England Primary Academy Primary 4.2 miles Watlington Community Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles

Household Income in Blackborough ONS 2023

The average total household income in Blackborough is approximately £50,749 a year before tax, 8% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,110. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Blackborough £50,749

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,110.

Businesses in Blackborough ONS 2025

There are approximately 678 active businesses based in Blackborough, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

678 Total businesses

43 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 91%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Blackborough IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blackborough 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

4/10

Income

6/10

Employment

5/10

Education

4/10

Health

6/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

3/10

Children 0-15 15%

Working age 56%

Older 65+ 29%

2,378 Children (0-15) 15%

8,964 Working Age 56%

4,559 Older (65+) 29%

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

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Watlington Train Station 4.3 miles

Kings Lynn Train Station 4.7 miles

Downham Market Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Blackborough End 0.6 miles Middleton 1.4 miles East Winch 1.8 miles Fair Green 1.8 miles North Runcton 2 miles Tower End 2 miles Wormegay 2 miles Setchey 2.6 miles West Bilney 2.6 miles Tottenhill Row 2.8 miles Tottenhill 3.1 miles Leziate 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Breckland

County Norfolk

Ward Nar Valley

Constituency South West Norfolk

Parish Narborough

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Blackborough

Of the 7,019 households in and around Blackborough, 69% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 69% Social rented 13% Private rented 18%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Blackborough

What is the population of Blackborough?

Blackborough has a population of approximately 15,905 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Blackborough?

The average property in and around Blackborough sold for about £348,533, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is close to the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Blackborough a deprived area?

Blackborough sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Blackborough?

Blackborough is covered by the PE32 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Blackborough?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Blackborough, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Blackborough?

The nearest railway station to Blackborough is Watlington Train Station, about 4.3 miles away.

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

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