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About Blickling
Blickling is a village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It is situated within the NR11 postcode area, approximately six miles south-east of the town of Aylsham. The village is best known for Blickling Hall, a historic country house with significant architectural and historical interest. The hall is now managed by the National Trust and features a collection of fine art and period furnishings. The surrounding grounds include formal gardens and a large parkland area, offering peaceful walks and views of the estate. The village itself is small and rural, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. The church of St Mary, dating back to the 13th century, is a notable feature of the village centre. Blickling is accessible by road, with the A140 and A11 providing connections to nearby towns and cities.
School Ratings in Blickling
Blickling is served by 10 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Blickling
Property prices average £339K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £407K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blickling
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.
Deprivation and Employment in Blickling
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blickling 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.
Healthcare in Blickling
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Blickling, the nearest being Market Surgery (1.7 miles away).
Local Data for Blickling
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Property Prices 2,942 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the NR11 postcode area.
Household Income in Blickling ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blickling is approximately £50,555 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,426. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £38,426.
Businesses in Blickling ONS 2025
There are approximately 785 active businesses based in Blickling, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 0 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Blickling IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blickling 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.
Crime in Blickling 1 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Blickling 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 town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Blickling
Of the 9,694 households in and around Blickling, 72% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blickling.