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 £320K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £387K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Booton

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other crime accounts for the highest share in Booton, with 2 incidents logged in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Booton

Most properties in Booton 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 3,233 sales

Average Price £320K
£600 £5.9M
Detached £387K 1,464
Semi £251K 1,048
Terraced £218K 529
Flat £143K 37

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.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,465 Children (0-15) 16%
24,200 Working Age 60%
12,949 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.6% 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 Booton 5 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

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.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Other Crime
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Location

Local Government

District Broadland
County Norfolk
Ward Hevingham
Constituency Broadland
Parish Hainford
Region East of England