About Bow Street

Bow Street is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in eastern England. It lies within the NR17 postcode area and is situated near the town of Fakenham. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by open countryside typical of the Norfolk landscape. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, which serve the community. The area is known for its peaceful environment and rural character, with farmland and hedgerows forming much of the surrounding scenery. Bow Street is well-connected to nearby towns and cities via road, making it accessible for those commuting or visiting. The village retains a sense of community, with local events and gatherings often taking place at the village hall.

School Ratings in Bow Street

There are 17 schools in and around Bow Street. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bow Street

The average property price is £312K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £374K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bow Street

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Drugs is prevalent across Bow Street, with 8 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bow Street

Bow Street sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bow Street

Broadband availability in Bow Street includes superfast options in many areas, though speeds can vary. Mobile coverage is generally adequate on 4G, but 5G and indoor reception may be limited in some spots. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,237 sales

Average Price £312K
£1K — £9.72M
Detached £374K 1,546
Semi £250K 835
Terraced £204K 542
Flat £132K 139

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
3 Secondary
2 Other
Great Ellingham Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Rocklands Community Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Rosecroft Primary School Primary 2.4 miles Attleborough Academy Secondary Good 2.5 miles Attleborough Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Hingham Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Morley Church of England Primary Academy Primary 3.3 miles Wymondham College Secondary Outstanding 3.7 miles Wymondham College Prep School Primary Outstanding 3.7 miles Caston Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 3.7 miles Kingsbrook School Good 4 miles Wicklewood Primary School and Nursery Primary 4.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bow Street IMD 2025

Bow Street sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,842 Children (0-15) 16%
14,062 Working Age 60%
7,587 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.3% 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 Bow Street 44 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Bow Street records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Drugs
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Burglary
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
2 Shoplifting
1 Weapons
1 Public Order
1 Robbery
1 Vehicle Crime
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 5 stations

Attleborough Train Station 2.7 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 4.6 miles
Spooner Row Train Station 5 miles
Harling Road Train Station 6.3 miles
Wymondham Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Great Ellingham 0 yards Anchor Corner 0.9 miles Bush Green 0.9 miles Stalland Common 0.9 miles Rockland St Peter 1.2 miles Rockland All Saints 1.4 miles Little Ellingham 1.4 miles Deopham Stalland 1.8 miles Fiddlers' Green 2 miles Deopham Green 2.2 miles Attleborough 2.2 miles Mount Pleasant 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Breckland
County Norfolk
Ward Attleborough Queens & Besthorpe
Constituency Mid Norfolk
Parish Attleborough
Region East of England

Streets in NR17 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 7 Alexandra Way 1 Alms Houses 1 Anchor Corner 2 Arlington Close 1 Arlington Gardens 3 Ash Tree Close 1 Atling Way 2 Attleborough Bypass 2 Attleborough Road 21 B1111 2 Back Lane 1 Balmoral Close 1 Banham Road 2 Bannister Close 1 Barker's Lane 1 Barley Way 1 Bayfield 1 Beech Avenue 1 Bell Road 1 Besthorpe Carr 1 Besthorpe Hall 1 Besthorpe Road 4 Bickley Close 2 Bilberry Close 1 Birch Drive 1 Blackthorn Road 1 Blenheim Drive 1 Bluebell Close 2 Bow Street 2

Postcodes in NR17 50 shown View all postcodes

NR17 1AA NR17 1AB NR17 1AD NR17 1AE NR17 1AF NR17 1AG NR17 1AH NR17 1AJ NR17 1AL NR17 1AN NR17 1AP NR17 1AQ NR17 1AR NR17 1AS NR17 1AT NR17 1AW NR17 1AX NR17 1AY NR17 1AZ NR17 1BA NR17 1BB NR17 1BD NR17 1BE NR17 1BF NR17 1BG NR17 1BH NR17 1BJ NR17 1BL NR17 1BN NR17 1BP NR17 1BQ NR17 1BS NR17 1BT NR17 1BU NR17 1BW NR17 1BX NR17 1BY NR17 1BZ NR17 1DA NR17 1DB NR17 1DD NR17 1DE NR17 1DF NR17 1DG NR17 1DH NR17 1DJ NR17 1DL NR17 1DN NR17 1DP NR17 1DQ