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Location in NorfolkCatton Grove sits where the marker shows within the county.

25,412
Population
10,661
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£50,610
Avg. household income
885
Businesses
1,924
People per km²
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About Catton Grove

Catton Grove is a residential area located in the county of Norfolk, in the east of England. It lies within the NR6 postcode district, situated near the town of Fakenham. The area is characterised by a mix of modern housing developments and open countryside, offering a quiet, suburban environment. Many of the homes are detached or semi-detached, with gardens and tree-lined streets contributing to a peaceful atmosphere. The location provides easy access to local amenities, including schools, shops, and recreational facilities. Public transport links are available via nearby roads, connecting residents to larger towns and cities in the region. The surrounding landscape features rolling fields and farmland, typical of the Norfolk countryside. Catton Grove is a well-established community with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Catton Grove

There are 115 schools in and around Catton Grove. White Woman Lane Junior School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Catton Grove

The average property price is £277K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £254K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Catton Grove

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Catton Grove, with 75 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Catton Grove

Catton Grove 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 Catton Grove

There are 42 GP surgeries within three miles of Catton Grove, the nearest being Woodcock Rd Surgery (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Catton Grove

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Property Prices 3,990 sales

Average Price £277K
£500 , £7.42M
Detached £332K 1,313
Semi £254K 1,526
Terraced £214K 748
Flat £140K 271

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

74 Primary
13 Secondary
28 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 2
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NR6 postcode area.

Heather Avenue Infant School Primary 0.3 miles Mile Cross Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.3 miles Catton Grove Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Catton Grove, Fiddlewood and Mile Cross (CFM) Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Red Balloon - Norwich Not applicable Outstanding 0.6 miles Kinsale Junior School Primary 0.7 miles Kinsale Infant School Primary 0.7 miles Hellesdon High School Secondary Requires Improvement 0.8 miles Firside Junior School Primary 0.8 miles Hall School Not applicable Good 1 miles Garrick Green Infant School Primary 1.1 miles Include School Norfolk Not applicable 1.1 miles

Household Income in Catton Grove ONS 2023

The average total household income in Catton Grove is approximately £50,610 a year before tax, 8% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,053. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Catton Grove £50,610
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,053.

Businesses in Catton Grove ONS 2025

There are approximately 885 active businesses based in Catton Grove, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

885 Total businesses
35 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Catton Grove IMD 2025

Catton Grove 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
4/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 25%
4,188 Children (0-15) 16%
15,072 Working Age 59%
6,147 Older (65+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.5% 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 Catton Grove 409 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Catton Grove sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 166
Anti-Social Behaviour 75
Shoplifting 40
Public Order 30
Criminal Damage & Arson 29
Other Theft 21
Burglary 13
Other Crime 9
Drugs 8
Vehicle Crime 7
Bicycle Theft 5
Weapons 3
Robbery 2
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
Norfolk Hellesdon and Horsford Visit force website →
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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

Norwich Train Station 2.5 miles
Salhouse Train Station 5.1 miles
Brundall Gardens Train Station 6.4 miles
Hoveton And Wroxham Train Station 6.9 miles
Brundall Train Station 7.4 miles
Wymondham Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Upper Hellesdon 0.6 miles Mile Cross 0.6 miles Hellesdon 0.9 miles New Sprowston 1.2 miles Old Catton 1.4 miles New Catton 1.4 miles Sprowston 1.9 miles New Costessey 2 miles Drayton 2.2 miles Bunker's Hill 2.2 miles Earlham 2.2 miles Norwich 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Broadland
County Norfolk
Ward Hellesdon North West
Constituency Norwich North
Parish Hellesdon
Region East of England

Home Ownership in Catton Grove

Of the 11,313 households in and around Catton Grove, 75% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 13% Private rented 13%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Catton Grove.

Frequently Asked Questions about Catton Grove

What is the population of Catton Grove?
Catton Grove has a population of approximately 25,412 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Catton Grove?
The average property in and around Catton Grove sold for about £276,654, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 21% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Catton Grove a deprived area?
Catton Grove sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Catton Grove?
Catton Grove is covered by the NR6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Catton Grove?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Catton Grove, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Catton Grove?
The nearest railway station to Catton Grove is Norwich Train Station, about 2.5 miles away.

Streets in NR6 30 shown View all streets

Addey Close 1 Alkmaar Way 2 Alston Road 1 Amos Bacon Close 1 Amsterdam Way 1 Anson Road 3 Appleacres 1 Archer Close 1 Arden Grove 1 Arms Park Road 1 Ash Close 1 Audax Road 1 Auster Close 2 Austin Way 1 Bailey Close 1 Beaufort Close 1 Beech Drive 1 Beeches Close 1 Beechwoods 1 Bell Close 1 Bentley Way 1 Berkley Close 1 Bernham Road 2 Berrington Road 1 Billing Close 1 Birchwood Road 4 Blackberry Court 1 Blacksmiths Way 1 Blackthorn Close 1 Blickling Road 1

Postcodes in NR6 50 shown View all postcodes

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