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About Booton
Booton is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR10 postcode area and is situated near the town of Fakenham. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes set along quiet roads. There is a local church, St Mary's, which serves the community and is a notable feature of the area. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and farmland, typical of the Norfolk landscape. The village has a community hall and a small shop, providing basic amenities for residents. Public transport links are limited, with bus services connecting Booton to nearby towns. The area is peaceful and rural, with a close-knit community atmosphere.
School Ratings in Booton
Booton is served by 8 schools. Buxton Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Booton
Property prices average £321K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £386K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Booton
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Booton, with 2 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Booton
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Booton 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 Booton
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Booton, the nearest being Reepham & Aylsham Medical Practice (1.1 miles away).
Local Data for Booton
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Property Prices 3,088 sales
Schools & Education 8 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the NR10 postcode area.
Household Income in Booton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Booton is approximately £52,037 a year before tax, 6% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,294. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £39,294.
Businesses in Booton ONS 2025
There are approximately 959 active businesses based in Booton, around 44 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Booton IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Booton 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 Booton 6 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Booton 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.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Booton
Of the 9,106 households in and around Booton, 76% are owned, 9% 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 Booton.