Butcher's Common, Norfolk | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Butcher's Common

Butcher's Common is a small settlement located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR12 postcode area and is situated near the village of Hingham. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The name suggests a historical connection to butchery or meat trading, possibly linked to local markets or fairs in the past. The surrounding landscape is typical of Norfolk’s countryside, with rolling farmland and hedgerows. There are no major landmarks or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, but the area is well-connected by road to nearby towns and villages. The community is quiet and residential, with a strong sense of local identity. The village is part of the broader Norfolk countryside, known for its agricultural heritage and peaceful environment.

School Ratings in Butcher's Common

There are 17 schools in and around Butcher's Common. Neatishead Church of England Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Butcher's Common

The average property price is £333K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £410K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Butcher's Common

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Butcher's Common, with 2 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Butcher's Common

Butcher's Common 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.

Healthcare in Butcher's Common

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Butcher's Common, the nearest being Hoveton & Wroxham Medical Centre (2.4 miles away).

Local Data for Butcher's Common

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Property Prices 3,702 sales

Average Price £333K

£1K , £5.68M

Detached £410K 1,827

Semi £249K 761

Terraced £234K 508

Flat £149K 203

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary

2 Secondary

1 Other

Outstanding 1

Good 7

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NR12 postcode area.

Neatishead Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Catfield CofE Primary Academy Primary 2.3 miles Horning Community Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Broadland High Ormiston Academy Secondary 2.6 miles St John's Community Primary School and Nursery Primary 2.7 miles Ludham Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 2.9 miles Tunstead Primary School Primary 3.1 miles Sutton Church of England Infant Acdemy Primary 3.2 miles Stalham High School Secondary Good 3.4 miles Stalham Academy Primary Good 3.5 miles Stalham Infant School and Nursery Primary 3.5 miles The Stables Independent School Not applicable Good 4.1 miles

Household Income in Butcher's Common ONS 2023

The average total household income in Butcher's Common is approximately £46,003 a year before tax, 17% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,322. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Butcher's Common £46,003

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £36,322.

Businesses in Butcher's Common ONS 2025

There are approximately 829 active businesses based in Butcher's Common, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

829 Total businesses

35 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 90%

Small, 10-49 9%

Medium, 50-249 2%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Butcher's Common IMD 2025

Butcher's Common 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

5/10

Income

6/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

7/10

Housing

3/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 13%

Working age 54%

Older 65+ 33%

3,073 Children (0-15) 13%

12,559 Working Age 54%

7,788 Older (65+) 33%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.5% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.5% 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 Butcher's Common 3 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Butcher's Common records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Criminal damage & arson is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Criminal Damage & Arson 2

Shoplifting 1

Local Policing

Norfolk Stalham [email protected] Visit force website →

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 6 stations

Hoveton And Wroxham Train Station 2.9 miles

Worstead Train Station 4.2 miles

Salhouse Train Station 5.1 miles

North Walsham Train Station 7 miles

Acle Train Station 7.3 miles

Lingwood Train Station 7.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Neatishead 0 yards Workhouse Common 0.6 miles Threehammer Common 0.6 miles Irstead Street 0.9 miles Pennygate 1.2 miles Beeston St Lawrence 1.4 miles Cangate 1.4 miles Barton Turf 1.4 miles Horning 1.9 miles Cat's Common 1.9 miles Ashmanhaugh 2 miles How Hill 2 miles

Local Government

District North Norfolk

County Norfolk

Ward Bacton

Constituency North Norfolk

Parish Bacton

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Butcher's Common

Of the 10,853 households in and around Butcher's Common, 73% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 73% Social rented 11% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Butcher's Common.

Frequently Asked Questions about Butcher's Common

What is the population of Butcher's Common?

Butcher's Common has a population of approximately 23,413 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Butcher's Common?

The average property in and around Butcher's Common sold for about £333,439, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 4% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Butcher's Common a deprived area?

Butcher's Common sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Butcher's Common?

Butcher's Common is covered by the NR12 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Butcher's Common?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Butcher's Common, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Butcher's Common?

The nearest railway station to Butcher's Common is Hoveton And Wroxham Train Station, about 2.9 miles away.

Streets in NR12 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Street 1 Abbot Road 1 Abbots Way 2 Addison Close 2 Airfield Road 3 Albion Drive 1 Albion Way 1 Alderfen Way 1 All Saints Close 1 Allen Meale Way 1 Anchor Street 3 Anne Stannard Way 1 Archibald Road 1 Ashley Drive 2 Back Lane 1 Back Road 1 Baileys Loke 1 Baker Street 3 Bank Street 2 Barnfield Close 1 Barton Drive 1 Batchelors Loke 2 Bay Willow Lane 1 Beach Road 10 Beech Road 2 Beeston Lane 3 Belaugh Drive 1 Belaugh Green Lane 2 Belaugh Road 2 Benedict Road 1

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