About Bracon Ash

Bracon Ash is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR14 postcode area, situated near the border with Suffolk. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes set along quiet lanes. There is a local church and a few small businesses serving the community. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and farmland, typical of the Norfolk landscape. The village is close to the A1067 road, providing access to nearby towns such as Diss and Thetford. It is a peaceful place with a strong sense of community and a rural character.

School Ratings in Bracon Ash

Bracon Ash is served by 31 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bracon Ash

Property prices average £368K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £440K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bracon Ash

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bracon Ash, with 2 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bracon Ash

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bracon Ash falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bracon Ash

Most properties in Bracon Ash 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 4,497 sales

Average Price £368K
£916 — £2.35M
Detached £440K 2,424
Semi £287K 943
Terraced £248K 719
Flat £163K 216

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary
5 Secondary
3 Other
Mulbarton Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Newton Flotman Church of England Primary Academy Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles Wreningham VC Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Hapton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Preston Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Saxlingham Nethergate CofE VC Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Stoke Holy Cross Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy Primary 3.8 miles Hethersett VC Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Hethersett Academy Secondary Outstanding 3.8 miles Cringleford CE VA Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Silfield Oak Primary Academy Primary 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bracon Ash IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bracon Ash 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,985 Children (0-15) 17%
20,890 Working Age 58%
12,172 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.2% 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 Bracon Ash 12 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Bracon Ash 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.

8 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Drugs
1 Public Order
Local Policing
Norfolk Hethersett and Mulbarton Visit force website →
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.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Wymondham Train Station 4.5 miles
Spooner Row Train Station 5.7 miles
Norwich Train Station 6.4 miles
Attleborough Train Station 8.8 miles
Brundall Gardens Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hethel 0.9 miles Mulbarton 0.9 miles Flordon 1.2 miles Toprow 1.4 miles East Carleton 1.4 miles Penny's Green 1.9 miles Wreningham 2 miles Swainsthorpe 2 miles Newton Flotman 2 miles Hapton 2 miles Lower Tasburgh 2 miles Foxhole 2.2 miles

Local Government

District South Norfolk
County Norfolk
Ward Thurlton
Constituency South Norfolk
Parish Haddiscoe
Region East of England

Streets in NR14 30 shown View all streets

Abbot's Lane 1 Airfield Lane 1 Aldeby Road 1 Alder Close 3 Alfric Close 1 All Saints Road 1 Alston Close 1 Arminghall Lane 4 Ashby Road 2 Aspen Close 1 Back Lane 1 Back Road 1 Badger Close 1 Bancroft Close 1 Barn Meadow 2 Barnard Close 1 Barri Close 1 Baynes Close 1 Beauchamp Close 1 Beauchamp Road 1 Beccles Road 14 Beck Way 1 Bee-Orchid Way 1 Beech Close 1 Bellamy Way 2 Bergh Apton Road 4 Berwick Court 1 Big Back Lane 1 Biggotts Lane 1 Birch Way 1

Postcodes in NR14 50 shown View all postcodes

NR14 6AA NR14 6AB NR14 6AD NR14 6AE NR14 6AF NR14 6AG NR14 6AH NR14 6AJ NR14 6AL NR14 6AN NR14 6AP NR14 6AQ NR14 6AR NR14 6AS NR14 6AT NR14 6AU NR14 6AW NR14 6AX NR14 6AY NR14 6AZ NR14 6BA NR14 6BB NR14 6BD NR14 6BE NR14 6BF NR14 6BG NR14 6BH NR14 6BJ NR14 6BL NR14 6BP NR14 6BQ NR14 6BS NR14 6BT NR14 6BU NR14 6BW NR14 6BX NR14 6BY NR14 6BZ NR14 6DA NR14 6DB NR14 6DD NR14 6DE NR14 6DF NR14 6DG NR14 6DH NR14 6DJ NR14 6DL NR14 6DN NR14 6DP NR14 6DQ