About Broomsthorpe

Broomsthorpe is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the PE31 postcode area, situated in a rural part of the county. The village is surrounded by open countryside, with agricultural fields and scattered trees forming the local landscape. Broomsthorpe is part of the civil parish of South Lopham, and the area is known for its quiet, peaceful environment. The village has a modest population and retains a traditional character, with a mix of older cottages and more modern homes. It is not far from the town of Swaffham, which provides access to local amenities. The surrounding area is popular for walking and cycling, offering a range of footpaths through farmland and woodland. Broomsthorpe is a place where the pace of life is slow and the community is close-knit.

School Ratings in Broomsthorpe

Broomsthorpe is served by 10 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broomsthorpe

Property prices average £432K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £468K.

Deprivation and Employment in Broomsthorpe

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Broomsthorpe 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 Broomsthorpe

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Broomsthorpe, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,958 sales

Average Price £432K
£100 — £10.47M
Detached £468K 1,940
Semi £333K 1,012
Terraced £343K 641
Flat £209K 85

Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Rudham CofE Primary Academy Primary 1.3 miles Blenheim Park Academy Primary 2.2 miles Ortus Education Ltd - West Raynham School Good 2.7 miles Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 3.9 miles Harpley CofE VC Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Great Massingham CofE Primary School Primary 4.5 miles Fakenham Academy Secondary Good 4.7 miles Duke of Lancaster School Requires Improvement 4.7 miles Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 4.7 miles Fakenham Junior School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Broomsthorpe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broomsthorpe 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
5/10
Income
7/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
3,768 Children (0-15) 13%
15,258 Working Age 52%
13,032 Older (60+) 44%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.5% 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

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Coxford 0.6 miles Tattersett 0.6 miles East Rudham 1.2 miles Tatterford 1.2 miles Helhoughton 1.8 miles West Rudham 2 miles Pockthorpe 2 miles Doughton 2 miles Dunton 2.2 miles Dunton Patch 2.2 miles Shereford 2.6 miles Syderstone 2.6 miles

Local Government

District North Norfolk
County Norfolk
Ward The Raynhams
Constituency Broadland
Parish Tattersett
Region East of England

Streets in PE31 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 2 Admirals Drive 1 Alexandra Close 1 Alma Road 3 Anchorage View 1 Anmer Road 1 Appleton Lane 1 Appletree Close 2 Austin Fields 1 Back Lane 7 Back Street 1 Bagthorpe Road 4 Balmoral Close 1 Balmoral Crescent 1 Bank Road 1 Bankside 2 Barmer Road 1 Barwick Road 2 Beach Road 9 Beacon Hill 1 Beacon Hill Road 2 Beech Drift 1 Beechwood Court 1 Bell Meadows 1 Bellamy's Lane 1 Bennett Mews 1 Benstead Close 1 Bewick Close 1 Birch Close 1 Bircham Road 8

Postcodes in PE31 50 shown View all postcodes

PE31 6AA PE31 6AB PE31 6AD PE31 6AE PE31 6AF PE31 6AG PE31 6AH PE31 6AJ PE31 6AL PE31 6AN PE31 6AP PE31 6AQ PE31 6AR PE31 6AS PE31 6AT PE31 6AU PE31 6AW PE31 6AX PE31 6AY PE31 6AZ PE31 6BA PE31 6BB PE31 6BD PE31 6BE PE31 6BG PE31 6BH PE31 6BJ PE31 6BL PE31 6BN PE31 6BP PE31 6BS PE31 6BT PE31 6BU PE31 6BW PE31 6BX PE31 6BY PE31 6BZ PE31 6DA PE31 6DB PE31 6DD PE31 6DE PE31 6DF PE31 6DG PE31 6DH PE31 6DJ PE31 6DL PE31 6DN PE31 6DP PE31 6DQ PE31 6DR