About Shipdham

Shipdham is a village located in Norfolk, England, within the postcode area IP25. It is situated approximately six miles southwest of the market town of Dereham. The village features a mix of residential properties and local amenities, including a primary school, a church, and a few shops. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Historically, Shipdham has connections to the aviation industry, particularly during the Second World War, when it was home to a Royal Air Force base. Today, the village retains a sense of community and provides a peaceful environment for its residents. The nearby towns and villages offer additional services and facilities, making Shipdham a convenient place to live while still enjoying the rural aspects of Norfolk.

School Ratings in Shipdham

Shipdham is served by 18 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Shipdham

Property prices average £271K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £316K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shipdham

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Shipdham, with 6 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Shipdham

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Shipdham 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 Shipdham

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Shipdham, 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 3,893 sales

Average Price £271K
£500 — £4.33M
Detached £316K 2,029
Semi £213K 869
Terraced £186K 691
Flat £128K 106

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary
2 Secondary
2 Other
Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy Primary Good 0.6 miles St Peter and St Paul Church of England Primary Academy & Nursery Primary Good 3.3 miles Toftwood Infant School Primary Good 3.3 miles Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School Primary Good 3.5 miles Fred Nicholson School Good 3.5 miles Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Dereham Church of England Junior Academy Primary Good 3.7 miles Grove House Infant and Nursery School Primary 3.7 miles Kingsbrook School Good 3.8 miles Dereham Church of England Infant and Nursery Academy Primary 4.1 miles Garvestone Community Primary School Primary 4.2 miles King's Park Infant School, Dereham Primary 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Shipdham IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Shipdham 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
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
4/10
Health
6/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,899 Children (0-15) 15%
19,715 Working Age 59%
11,743 Older (60+) 35%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.3% 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 Shipdham 64 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Shipdham 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 small town.

29 Violence & Sexual Offences
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Other Theft
4 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Weapons
4 Public Order
3 Burglary
3 Shoplifting
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Drugs
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 1 stations

Attleborough Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Hale 0.9 miles Crowshill 0.9 miles Thorpe Row 0.9 miles High Green 1.2 miles Daffy Green 1.4 miles Bradenham 2 miles Letton Green 2 miles Cranworth 2.6 miles Westfield 2.8 miles High Common 2.8 miles Woodrising 3.1 miles Scarning 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Breckland
County Norfolk
Ward Saham Toney
Constituency Mid Norfolk
Parish Carbrooke
Region East of England

Notable & Famous People from Shipdham 1 people

Norah Lofts
Writer
British writer (1904–1983)

Streets in IP25 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 1 Acorn Close 1 Adcock Road 1 Adland Road 1 Admiral Close 1 Aircraft Drive 1 Akrotiri Square 4 Amys Close 2 Anson Way 1 Ashtree Road 1 Bader Close 1 Beechwood Avenue 1 Bellmere Way 1 Beverley Close 1 Biggin Hill Way 1 Birds Corner 1 Black Horse Close 1 Blackmoor Row 3 Blenheim Crescent 1 Blenheim Way 1 Bloodhound Road 1 Bluebell Close 1 Boscombe Road 1 Bowes Close 1 Bradenham Hill 3 Bradenham Lane 1 Bradenham Road 4 Bramble Way 3 Brandon Road 7 Brick Kiln Lane 1

Postcodes in IP25 50 shown View all postcodes

IP25 5AB IP25 6AA IP25 6AB IP25 6AD IP25 6AE IP25 6AF IP25 6AG IP25 6AH IP25 6AJ IP25 6AL IP25 6AN IP25 6AP IP25 6AQ IP25 6AR IP25 6AS IP25 6AT IP25 6AU IP25 6AW IP25 6AX IP25 6AY IP25 6AZ IP25 6BA IP25 6BB IP25 6BD IP25 6BE IP25 6BF IP25 6BG IP25 6BH IP25 6BJ IP25 6BL IP25 6BN IP25 6BP IP25 6BQ IP25 6BS IP25 6BT IP25 6BU IP25 6BW IP25 6BX IP25 6BY IP25 6BZ IP25 6DA IP25 6DB IP25 6DD IP25 6DE IP25 6DF IP25 6DG IP25 6DH IP25 6DJ IP25 6DL IP25 6DN