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 £368K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £440K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carleton St Peter

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Carleton St Peter, with 2 incidents recorded in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Carleton St Peter

Carleton St Peter benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,497 sales

Average Price £368K
£916 — £2.35M
Detached £440K 2,424
Semi £287K 943
Terraced £248K 719
Flat £163K 216

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Langley School 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 Good 3.5 miles Brundall Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Lingwood Primary Academy Primary Good 3.8 miles

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
5,985 Children (0-15) 17%
20,890 Working Age 58%
12,172 Older (60+) 34%
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 12 crimes · January 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.

8 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Drugs
1 Public Order
Local Policing
Norfolk Loddon 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

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

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