Burnham Overy Town on the map
Location in NorfolkBurnham Overy Town sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Burnham Overy Town
Burnham Overy Town is a small settlement in the Norfolk countryside, situated within the broader Burnham Overy area. It lies close to the coast, with views of the surrounding marshland and the River Burn. The village is part of the civil parish of Burnham Overy and is known for its proximity to the Broads, a network of rivers and broads popular for boating and wildlife. The local community is small and tight-knit, with a mix of residential properties and some historic buildings reflecting the area’s maritime past. The postcode area PE31 covers this region, and the village is accessible by road from nearby towns such as Wells-next-the-Sea. It offers a peaceful environment with a strong sense of local identity and a connection to the natural landscape.
School Ratings in Burnham Overy Town
Burnham Overy Town is served by 3 schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Burnham Overy Town
Property prices average £424K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £463K.
Deprivation and Employment in Burnham Overy Town
Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Burnham Overy Town 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.
Healthcare in Burnham Overy Town
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Burnham Overy Town, the nearest being Burnham Surgery (0.6 miles away).
Local Data for Burnham Overy Town
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Property Prices 3,785 sales
Schools & Education 3 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE31 postcode area.
Household Income in Burnham Overy Town ONS 2023
The average total household income in Burnham Overy Town is approximately £45,759 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,033. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £37,033.
Businesses in Burnham Overy Town ONS 2025
There are approximately 820 active businesses based in Burnham Overy Town, around 41 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 4 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Burnham Overy Town IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burnham Overy Town 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.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Burnham Overy Town
Of the 9,666 households in and around Burnham Overy Town, 73% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Burnham Overy Town.