About Brakefield Green

Brakefield Green is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR9 postcode area and is situated in a rural setting, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The village is known for its quiet atmosphere and traditional English character, with a mix of older cottages and more modern homes. There is a local pub and a small shop serving the community, offering a sense of local connection. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with footpaths leading through fields and along the edges of the village. The surrounding landscape is flat and fertile, typical of the Norfolk countryside, and the village is within easy reach of larger towns such as Fakenham and North Walsham. Brakefield Green is a peaceful place, ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life.

School Ratings in Brakefield Green

There are 19 schools in and around Brakefield Green. Little Melton Primary School and Hethersett Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brakefield Green

The average property price is £340K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £388K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brakefield Green

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Other crime is prevalent across Brakefield Green, with 2 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brakefield Green

Brakefield Green 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 Brakefield Green

Broadband availability in Brakefield Green 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 3,438 sales

Average Price £340K
£3K — £11.52M
Detached £388K 1,838
Semi £261K 1,028
Terraced £241K 328
Flat £183K 64

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Garvestone Community Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Mattishall Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Toftwood Infant School Primary Good 2.3 miles Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School Primary Good 2.4 miles Fred Nicholson School Good 2.4 miles Dereham Neatherd High School Secondary 2.8 miles Dereham Church of England Junior Academy Primary Good 3 miles Grove House Infant and Nursery School Primary 3 miles Dereham Church of England Infant and Nursery Academy Primary 3.3 miles King's Park Infant School, Dereham Primary 3.3 miles Northgate High School Secondary Good 3.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brakefield Green IMD 2025

Brakefield Green 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
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
6,510 Children (0-15) 17%
22,123 Working Age 58%
12,065 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.2% 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 Brakefield Green 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Brakefield Green 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.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Other 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 3 stations

Wymondham Train Station 7.6 miles
Spooner Row Train Station 8.7 miles
Attleborough Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Yaxham 0.9 miles Whinburgh 1.2 miles Clint Green 1.2 miles Garvestone 1.2 miles Upper Brandon Parva 1.4 miles Thuxton 1.4 miles Westfield 1.9 miles Welborne Common 1.9 miles North Green 1.9 miles Reymerston 1.9 miles South Green 2 miles The Lings 2 miles

Local Government

District South Norfolk
County Norfolk
Ward Hethersett
Constituency South Norfolk
Parish Bawburgh
Region East of England

Streets in NR9 30 shown View all streets

A47 2 Admirals Garden 1 Admirals Walk 1 Admirals Way 1 Alborough Loke 1 Alcathoe Close 1 All Saints Close 1 Ambleside 1 Anson Close 1 Arneside 1 Ash Close 1 Attleborough Road 1 Back Lane 4 Bailey Close 1 Bakery Lane 1 Bankside Way 1 Barbastelle Crescent 1 Barford Road 2 Barleyfield Road 1 Barnham Broom Road 1 Bartram Close 1 Bawburgh Road 10 Baxter Close 1 Baxter Road 1 Bayfield Close 1 Bears Close 1 Bears Lane 1 Beaumont Crescent 1 Beeches Lane 1 Bell Meadow 1

Postcodes in NR9 50 shown View all postcodes

NR9 3AA NR9 3AB NR9 3AD NR9 3AE NR9 3AF NR9 3AG NR9 3AH NR9 3AJ NR9 3AL NR9 3AN NR9 3AP NR9 3AQ NR9 3AR NR9 3AS NR9 3AT NR9 3AU NR9 3AW NR9 3AX NR9 3AY NR9 3AZ NR9 3BA NR9 3BB NR9 3BD NR9 3BE NR9 3BF NR9 3BG NR9 3BH NR9 3BJ NR9 3BL NR9 3BN NR9 3BP NR9 3BQ NR9 3BS NR9 3BT NR9 3BU NR9 3BW NR9 3BX NR9 3BY NR9 3BZ NR9 3DA NR9 3DB NR9 3DD NR9 3DE NR9 3DF NR9 3DG NR9 3DH NR9 3DJ NR9 3DL NR9 3DN NR9 3DP