About Blo' Norton

Blo' Norton is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the IP22 postcode area and is situated near the border with Suffolk. The village is part of the civil parish of North Walsham and is known for its rural setting and agricultural surroundings. The landscape is predominantly flat, typical of the Norfolk countryside, with fields and hedgerows forming the local environment. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, which serve the needs of residents. The area is well-connected by road, with the A149 coast road passing nearby, providing access to nearby towns and coastal areas. Blo' Norton reflects the traditional character of rural Norfolk, with a mix of historic and modern buildings.

School Ratings in Blo' Norton

Blo' Norton is served by 12 schools. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blo' Norton

Property prices average £346K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £420K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blo' Norton

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Blo' Norton, with 3 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blo' Norton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blo' Norton 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 Blo' Norton

Most properties in Blo' Norton 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 3,266 sales

Average Price £346K
£4K — £10.32M
Detached £420K 1,563
Semi £265K 786
Terraced £220K 531
Flat £132K 154

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
1 Other
Hopton Church of England Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Garboldisham Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 1.5 miles St Andrew's CofE VA Primary School, Lopham Primary Requires Improvement 2.4 miles St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Barningham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 3.3 miles Kenninghall Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Bressingham Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Wortham Primary School Primary 4.4 miles East Harling Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 4.4 miles Stanton Primary School Primary 4.8 miles Bluebells Family Hub 4.9 miles Walsham-le-Willows Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Blo' Norton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blo' Norton 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
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
4/10
4,295 Children (0-15) 15%
16,904 Working Age 58%
10,700 Older (60+) 36%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% 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 Blo' Norton 16 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Blo' Norton 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.

5 Violence & Sexual Offences
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Other Theft
2 Burglary
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
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 6 stations

Harling Road Train Station 5.7 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 6.6 miles
Diss Train Station 7 miles
Thetford Train Station 9.4 miles
Elmswell Train Station 9.8 miles
Attleborough Train Station 9.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Thelnetham 0.6 miles Smallworth 0.9 miles Hopton 1.2 miles Crackthorn Corner 1.4 miles Garboldisham 1.4 miles Thorpe Street 1.4 miles Fen Street 1.9 miles Hinderclay 2 miles Market Weston 2.2 miles Redgrave 2.2 miles South Lopham 2.2 miles Gasthorpe 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Mid Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Palgrave
Constituency Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
Parish Palgrave
Region East of England

Streets in IP22 30 shown View all streets

A143 1 Airfield Road 2 Albert Close 1 Aldrich Way 1 Algar Road 1 Appletree Lane 2 Ashes Farm Lane 1 Audley Close 2 Audley End 2 Back Heywood Road 1 Back Hills 1 Back Lane 3 Back Street 1 Baldrys Yard 1 Bartrums Mews 2 Basham Street 1 Basil Brown Close 1 Bates Lane 1 Baynard's Lane 1 Bean's Lane 1 Beck Street 1 Beechcroft 1 Beehive Yard 1 Bellacre Close 1 Bellrope Lane 1 Bells Lane 2 Blackthorn Close 1 Blands Farm Close 1 Blenheim Way 1 Blo' Norton Road 1

Postcodes in IP22 50 shown View all postcodes

IP22 1AA IP22 1AB IP22 1AD IP22 1AE IP22 1AG IP22 1AH IP22 1AJ IP22 1AL IP22 1AN IP22 1AP IP22 1AQ IP22 1AR IP22 1AS IP22 1AT IP22 1AU IP22 1AW IP22 1AX IP22 1AY IP22 1AZ IP22 1BA IP22 1BB IP22 1BD IP22 1BE IP22 1BF IP22 1BG IP22 1BH IP22 1BJ IP22 1BL IP22 1BN IP22 1BP IP22 1BQ IP22 1BS IP22 1BT IP22 1BU IP22 1BW IP22 1BX IP22 1BY IP22 1BZ IP22 1DA IP22 1DB IP22 1DD IP22 1DE IP22 1DF IP22 1DG IP22 1DH IP22 1DJ IP22 1DL IP22 1DN IP22 1DP IP22 1DQ