About Brockdish

Brockdish is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the eastern part of England. It lies within the IP21 postcode area and is situated near the border with Suffolk. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is surrounded by open countryside typical of the Norfolk landscape. The area is known for its agricultural fields and quiet rural setting, offering a peaceful environment for those who live there. There are no major attractions or facilities within the village itself, but it is well-connected to nearby towns and villages by road. The local community is small and close-knit, with a strong sense of local identity. Brockdish is part of the broader Norfolk countryside, which is characterised by its flat terrain and historic farming traditions.

School Ratings in Brockdish

There are 11 schools in and around Brockdish. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brockdish

The average property price is £403K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £447K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brockdish

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Brockdish, with 1 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brockdish

Brockdish 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 Brockdish

Broadband availability in Brockdish 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 1,616 sales

Average Price £403K
£2K — £7.4M
Detached £447K 840
Semi £264K 391
Terraced £245K 172
Flat £146K 52

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
St Edmund's Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Dickleburgh Church of England Primary Academy (With Pre-School) Primary 2.7 miles The Harleston Sancroft Academy (a 3-16 Church of England School) All-through 3.2 miles Scole Church of England Primary Academy Primary 3.3 miles Stradbroke Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Fressingfield Church of England Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Stradbroke High School Secondary Good 4 miles Pulham Church of England Primary Academy Primary 4.1 miles Mendham Primary School Primary 4.7 miles Burston Community Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Tivetshall Community Primary School Primary 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brockdish IMD 2025

Brockdish 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
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
2,899 Children (0-15) 14%
11,637 Working Age 56%
8,163 Older (60+) 39%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.5% 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 Brockdish 3 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Brockdish 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
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
Local Policing
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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 1 stations

Diss Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Thorpe Abbotts 0.6 miles Syleham 0.9 miles Wingfield Green 1.4 miles Hoxne 1.8 miles Needham 1.8 miles Upper Weybread 1.9 miles Upper Street 2 miles Earsham Street 2 miles Rushall 2 miles Oakley Park 2.2 miles Bleach Green 2.2 miles Cross Street 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Mid Suffolk
County Suffolk
Ward Palgrave
Constituency Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
Parish Stuston
Region East of England

Streets in IP21 30 shown View all streets

A140 1 A143 2 Abbey Hill 1 Ablett Close 1 Air Station Lane 2 Alexander Way 1 Ash Plough 2 Ash Tree Close 1 Athelington Road 1 B1116 5 B1117 2 B1118 7 Back Road 1 Bank Street 1 Barnes' Road 4 Battlesea Green 2 Battlesea Hill 1 Beck Close 1 Beech Close 1 Bishops Way 2 Bleach Green 1 Bond Close 1 Brandreth Close 1 Bridge Road 1 Broadway 1 Brome Hall Drive 1 Brundish Road 3 Buckingham's Hill 2 Bullock Hill 1 Bungay Road 4

Postcodes in IP21 50 shown View all postcodes

IP21 4AA IP21 4AB IP21 4AD IP21 4AE IP21 4AF IP21 4AG IP21 4AH IP21 4AJ IP21 4AL IP21 4AN IP21 4AP IP21 4AQ IP21 4AR IP21 4AS IP21 4AT IP21 4AU IP21 4AW IP21 4AX IP21 4AY IP21 4AZ IP21 4BB IP21 4BD IP21 4BE IP21 4BF IP21 4BH IP21 4BJ IP21 4BL IP21 4BN IP21 4BP IP21 4BQ IP21 4BS IP21 4BT IP21 4BU IP21 4BW IP21 4BX IP21 4BY IP21 4BZ IP21 4DB IP21 4DD IP21 4DF IP21 4DG IP21 4DH IP21 4DJ IP21 4DL IP21 4DN IP21 4DP IP21 4DQ IP21 4DR IP21 4DS IP21 4DT