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27,440
Population
9,959
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£58,568
Avg. household income
1,091
Businesses
129
People per km²
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About Carleton St Peter

Carleton St Peter is a small village located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR14 postcode area and is situated near the River Waveney, which forms part of the border between Norfolk and Suffolk. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and is known for its rural setting and quiet atmosphere. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and farmland, typical of the Norfolk landscape. There is a local church, St Peter’s, which serves the community and reflects the area’s long-standing religious heritage. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns such as Diss and Bungay providing additional amenities. Carleton St Peter is a peaceful place, ideal for those seeking a calm, countryside lifestyle.

School Ratings in Carleton St Peter

Families in Carleton St Peter have access to 17 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Carleton St Peter

Homes sell for an average of £359K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £428K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carleton St Peter

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Carleton St Peter, with 3 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Carleton St Peter

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Carleton St Peter around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Carleton St Peter

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Carleton St Peter, the nearest being Chet Valley Medical Practice (2.5 miles away).

Local Data for Carleton St Peter

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Property Prices 4,240 sales

Average Price £359K
£100 , £4.31M
Detached £428K 2,239
Semi £284K 916
Terraced £245K 706
Flat £169K 189

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NR14 postcode area.

Langley School Not applicable 1.2 miles Thurton Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Rockland St Mary Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Loddon Junior School Primary 2.6 miles Loddon Infant and Nursery School Primary 2.6 miles Hobart High School Secondary Good 2.7 miles Seething and Mundham Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Surlingham Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Alpington and Bergh Apton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Avocet House Not applicable Good 3.5 miles Brundall Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Lingwood Primary Academy Primary Good 3.8 miles

Household Income in Carleton St Peter ONS 2023

The average total household income in Carleton St Peter is approximately £58,568 a year before tax, 6% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,397. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Carleton St Peter £58,568
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £42,397.

Businesses in Carleton St Peter ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,091 active businesses based in Carleton St Peter, around 40 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,091 Total businesses
40 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Carleton St Peter IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Carleton St Peter are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 25%
4,715 Children (0-15) 17%
15,950 Working Age 58%
6,782 Older (65+) 25%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.2% 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 Carleton St Peter 24 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Carleton St Peter are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Violence & Sexual Offences 13
Criminal Damage & Arson 3
Anti-Social Behaviour 2
Shoplifting 2
Drugs 1
Public Order 1
Vehicle Crime 1
Other Crime 1
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

Buckenham Train Station 2 miles
Cantley Train Station 2.4 miles
Brundall Train Station 3.6 miles
Lingwood Train Station 4 miles
Brundall Gardens Train Station 4 miles
Reedham (Norfolk) Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Claxton 0.9 miles Ashby St Mary 1.2 miles Mill Common 1.4 miles Langley Street 1.4 miles Thurton 1.8 miles Hellington 2 miles Buckenham 2 miles Rockland St Mary 2.2 miles Hassingham 2.2 miles Chedgrave 2.2 miles Sisland 2.5 miles Cantley 2.6 miles

Local Government

District South Norfolk
County Norfolk
Ward Thurlton
Constituency South Norfolk
Parish Haddiscoe
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Carleton St Peter

Of the 11,843 households in and around Carleton St Peter, 77% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 77% Social rented 11% Private rented 12%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Carleton St Peter.

Frequently Asked Questions about Carleton St Peter

What is the population of Carleton St Peter?
Carleton St Peter has a population of approximately 27,440 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Carleton St Peter?
The average property in and around Carleton St Peter sold for about £359,337, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 3% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Carleton St Peter a deprived area?
Carleton St Peter sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Carleton St Peter?
Carleton St Peter is covered by the NR14 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Carleton St Peter?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Carleton St Peter, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Carleton St Peter?
The nearest railway station to Carleton St Peter is Buckenham Train Station, about 2 miles away.

Streets in NR14 30 shown View all streets

Abbot's Lane 1 Airfield Lane 1 Aldeby Road 1 Alder Close 3 Alfric Close 1 All Saints Road 1 Alston Close 1 Arminghall Lane 4 Ashby Road 2 Aspen Close 1 Back Lane 1 Back Road 1 Badger Close 1 Bancroft Close 1 Barn Meadow 2 Barnard Close 1 Barri Close 1 Baynes Close 1 Beauchamp Close 1 Beauchamp Road 1 Beccles Road 14 Beck Way 1 Bee-Orchid Way 1 Beech Close 1 Bellamy Way 2 Bergh Apton Road 4 Berwick Court 1 Big Back Lane 1 Biggotts Lane 1 Birch Way 1

Postcodes in NR14 50 shown View all postcodes

NR14 6AA NR14 6AB NR14 6AD NR14 6AE NR14 6AF NR14 6AG NR14 6AH NR14 6AJ NR14 6AL NR14 6AN NR14 6AP NR14 6AQ NR14 6AR NR14 6AS NR14 6AT NR14 6AU NR14 6AW NR14 6AX NR14 6AY NR14 6AZ NR14 6BA NR14 6BB NR14 6BD NR14 6BE NR14 6BF NR14 6BG NR14 6BH NR14 6BJ NR14 6BL NR14 6BP NR14 6BQ NR14 6BS NR14 6BT NR14 6BU NR14 6BW NR14 6BX NR14 6BY NR14 6BZ NR14 6DA NR14 6DB NR14 6DD NR14 6DE NR14 6DF NR14 6DG NR14 6DH NR14 6DJ NR14 6DL NR14 6DN NR14 6DP NR14 6DQ