About Burgh St Peter

Burgh St Peter is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR34 postcode area and is situated near the River Waveney, which forms part of the border between Norfolk and Suffolk. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The church of St Peter, which gives the village its name, is a notable feature and dates from the 13th century, with later additions and restorations. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Norfolk countryside, with open fields, hedgerows, and occasional small woodlands. The village is quiet and rural, with a small number of homes and a sense of community that has remained consistent over the years. It is a place where the pace of life is slow and the atmosphere is peaceful.

School Ratings in Burgh St Peter

Burgh St Peter is served by 42 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Burgh St Peter

Property prices average £321K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £386K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burgh St Peter

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Burgh St Peter, with 10 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Burgh St Peter

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Burgh St Peter 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 Burgh St Peter

Most properties in Burgh St Peter 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 3,166 sales

Average Price £321K
£4K — £5.1M
Detached £386K 1,332
Semi £269K 773
Terraced £223K 769
Flat £147K 86

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
5 Secondary
10 Other
Glebeland Community Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Barnby and North Cove Community Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Worlingham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Somerleyton Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Oulton Broad Primary School Primary 3 miles Beccles Primary Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Butterflies Family Hub Good 3.2 miles Beccles High School Secondary Requires Improvement 3.2 miles Warren School 3.3 miles The Limes Primary Academy Primary Good 3.4 miles Ravensmere Infant School Primary Good 3.5 miles The Albert Pye Community Primary School Primary 3.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Burgh St Peter IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burgh St Peter 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
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
4,270 Children (0-15) 14%
17,030 Working Age 56%
11,669 Older (60+) 39%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 30.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.4% 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 Burgh St Peter 54 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Burgh St Peter 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.

22 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Shoplifting
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Other Theft
4 Burglary
3 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Drugs
1 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 6 stations

Somerleyton Train Station 2.1 miles
Haddiscoe Train Station 3.1 miles
Beccles Train Station 3.1 miles
Oulton Broad South Train Station 3.4 miles
Oulton Broad North Train Station 3.6 miles
Lowestoft Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wheatacre 0 yards Aldeby 0.6 miles Waterheath 1.4 miles Haddiscoe 2.2 miles Waterloo 2.5 miles North Cove 2.5 miles Toft Monks 2.6 miles Barnby 2.6 miles Worlingham 2.8 miles Herringfleet 2.8 miles Somerleyton 2.8 miles Beccles 3.1 miles

Local Government

District South Norfolk
County Norfolk
Ward Thurlton
Constituency South Norfolk
Parish Burgh St. Peter
Region East of England

Streets in NR34 30 shown View all streets

A12 9 A145 2 A146 2 Alexander Close 1 Alexandra Road 2 All Saints Drive 1 All Saints Green 1 Annandale Drive 1 Anson Way 1 Ashford Close 1 Ashman's Road 2 Ashtree Close 1 B1062 4 B1127 8 Ballygate 3 Banham Road 4 Banters Lane 3 Barsham Church Road 1 Barsham City Road 2 Beach Farm Track 1 Beccles Road 10 Becclesgate 1 Becks Green Lane 1 Beech Tree Close 1 Benacre Road 5 Big Row 1 Black Boy Meadow 1 Blacksmith Close 1 Bluebell Way 3 Blyburgate 7

Postcodes in NR34 50 shown View all postcodes

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