About Egmere

Egmere is a small village located in Norfolk, England, within the NR22 postcode area. It is situated near the larger village of Walsingham and is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Norfolk countryside. The area is primarily rural, offering a peaceful atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village features a few residential properties and is characterised by its agricultural landscape. Nearby, visitors can explore local footpaths and enjoy the scenery typical of this part of Norfolk. Egmere is conveniently located for those wishing to visit the nearby attractions, including historical sites and natural reserves, making it a suitable base for exploring the wider region.

School Ratings in Egmere

Egmere is served by 11 schools.

House Prices in Egmere

Property prices average £409K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £479K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Egmere

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages.

Deprivation and Employment in Egmere

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Egmere 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Egmere

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Egmere, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 152 sales

Average Price £409K
£20K — £1.65M
Detached £479K 63
Semi £271K 34
Terraced £372K 48

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Walsingham CE VA Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.9 miles Alderman Peel High School Secondary Good 3.4 miles Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 3.6 miles Sculthorpe Church of England Primary Academy Primary Good 3.7 miles Fakenham Academy Secondary Good 4.2 miles Little Snoring Community Primary Academy Primary 4.5 miles Duke of Lancaster School Requires Improvement 4.6 miles Hindringham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles Fakenham Junior School Primary Good 4.9 miles Fakenham Gateway Surestart Children's Centre Outstanding 5 miles Fakenham Infant and Nursery School Primary Good 5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Egmere IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Egmere 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.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
5/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
2/10
760 Children (0-15) 13%
3,254 Working Age 57%
2,238 Older (60+) 39%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.6% 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 Egmere 1 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Egmere falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring village.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Norfolk Wells-next-the-Sea 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.

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

New Holkham 1.8 miles Houghton St Giles 1.8 miles Little Walsingham 2 miles North Barsham 2 miles Great Walsingham 2.5 miles West Barsham 2.5 miles East Barsham 2.6 miles Wighton 2.8 miles Copy's Green 2.8 miles South Creake 2.8 miles Southgate 3.1 miles Great Snoring 3.1 miles

Local Government

District North Norfolk
County Norfolk
Ward Walsingham
Constituency Broadland
Parish Walsingham
Region East of England

Streets in NR22 30 shown View all streets

Back Lane 1 Barsham Road 2 Black Lion Court 1 Bridewell Street 2 Church Street 1 Cleaves Drive 3 Coker's Hill 1 Common Place 3 Edgar Road 3 Egmere Road 2 Fakenham Road 4 Friday Market 2 Green Way 3 Guild Street 2 High Street 3 Hindringham Road 1 Holt Road 1 Knight Street 2 Mount Pleasant 2 Old Wells Road 1 Pilgrims Way 1 Saint Peters Road 1 Scarborough Road 3 Snoring Road 2 Stanton's Track 1 Station Road 2 The Hill 1 Thursford Road 1 Walsingham Road 4 Waterden Lane 3

Postcodes in NR22 50 shown View all postcodes

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