About Puddledock

Puddledock is a small village located in Norfolk, England, within the NR17 postcode area. The village is characterised by its rural setting, surrounded by fields and farmland. It offers a peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for those looking to escape the busyness of urban life. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities available for residents and visitors alike. In terms of transport, Puddledock is accessible via nearby roads, connecting it to larger towns in the region. The village is also a short drive from Thetford Forest, which provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Overall, Puddledock presents a simple, countryside lifestyle with the basics needed for day-to-day living.

School Ratings in Puddledock

Families in Puddledock have access to 19 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Puddledock

Homes sell for an average of £312K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £374K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Puddledock

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Drugs is the leading concern across Puddledock, with 8 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Puddledock

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Puddledock around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Puddledock

Broadband services in Puddledock range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,237 sales

Average Price £312K
£1K — £9.72M
Detached £374K 1,546
Semi £250K 835
Terraced £204K 542
Flat £132K 139

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
3 Secondary
4 Other
Chapel Green School 0.7 miles Old Buckenham Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.7 miles Old Buckenham High School Secondary 0.9 miles Rosecroft Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Attleborough Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Attleborough Academy Secondary Good 2 miles Acorn Park School Outstanding 2.6 miles Banham Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Aurora Eccles School 3 miles Aurora White House School Good 3 miles Carleton Rode Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary 3.7 miles Great Ellingham Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Puddledock IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Puddledock 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
6/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
3,842 Children (0-15) 16%
14,062 Working Age 60%
7,587 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.3% 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 Puddledock 44 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Puddledock 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 small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Drugs
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
2 Burglary
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Other Theft
2 Shoplifting
1 Weapons
1 Public Order
1 Robbery
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
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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

Attleborough Train Station 1.6 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 2.7 miles
Spooner Row Train Station 3.9 miles
Harling Road Train Station 5.5 miles
Wymondham Train Station 6.4 miles
Diss Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Old Buckenham 0.9 miles Church Green 0.9 miles Stacksford 1.2 miles Burgh Common 1.4 miles Ragmere 1.4 miles Besthorpe 2 miles Attleborough 2 miles New Buckenham 2.2 miles Wilby 2.2 miles Upgate Street 2.5 miles Hunt's Corner 2.5 miles Banham 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Breckland
County Norfolk
Ward Attleborough Queens & Besthorpe
Constituency Mid Norfolk
Parish Attleborough
Region East of England

Streets in NR17 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 7 Alexandra Way 1 Alms Houses 1 Anchor Corner 2 Arlington Close 1 Arlington Gardens 3 Ash Tree Close 1 Atling Way 2 Attleborough Bypass 2 Attleborough Road 21 B1111 2 Back Lane 1 Balmoral Close 1 Banham Road 2 Bannister Close 1 Barker's Lane 1 Barley Way 1 Bayfield 1 Beech Avenue 1 Bell Road 1 Besthorpe Carr 1 Besthorpe Hall 1 Besthorpe Road 4 Bickley Close 2 Bilberry Close 1 Birch Drive 1 Blackthorn Road 1 Blenheim Drive 1 Bluebell Close 2 Bow Street 2

Postcodes in NR17 50 shown View all postcodes

NR17 1AA NR17 1AB NR17 1AD NR17 1AE NR17 1AF NR17 1AG NR17 1AH NR17 1AJ NR17 1AL NR17 1AN NR17 1AP NR17 1AQ NR17 1AR NR17 1AS NR17 1AT NR17 1AW NR17 1AX NR17 1AY NR17 1AZ NR17 1BA NR17 1BB NR17 1BD NR17 1BE NR17 1BF NR17 1BG NR17 1BH NR17 1BJ NR17 1BL NR17 1BN NR17 1BP NR17 1BQ NR17 1BS NR17 1BT NR17 1BU NR17 1BW NR17 1BX NR17 1BY NR17 1BZ NR17 1DA NR17 1DB NR17 1DD NR17 1DE NR17 1DF NR17 1DG NR17 1DH NR17 1DJ NR17 1DL NR17 1DN NR17 1DP NR17 1DQ