About Thetford

Thetford is a market town located in Norfolk, England, within the postcode area IP24. It lies on the banks of the River Thet and is situated approximately 30 miles west of Norwich. The town has a variety of amenities, including shops, cafes, and restaurants, catering to both residents and visitors. Thetford is also known for its proximity to Thetford Forest, which offers opportunities for walking, cycling, and outdoor activities. Historically, Thetford has connections to the Anglo-Saxon period and was once the capital of the Iceni tribe. The town features several notable landmarks, including the ruins of Thetford Priory and the ancient flint church of St. Cuthbert. The local museum provides insights into the town's past and showcases artefacts from various periods, making it a worthwhile stop for those interested in the area's heritage.

Local Government

District Breckland
County Norfolk
Ward Thetford Castle
Constituency South West Norfolk
Parish Thetford
Region East of England

Property Prices 8,870 sales

Average Price £279K
£100 — £15M
Detached £338K 3,928
Semi £222K 2,023
Terraced £188K 2,112
Flat £129K 344

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Thetford Train Station 0.4 miles
Brandon Train Station 6.1 miles
Harling Road Train Station 7 miles
Lakenheath Train Station 9.6 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 9.8 miles

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Norwich Road Academy Primary 0.2 miles Drake Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Admirals Academy Primary 0.4 miles Raleigh Infant Academy Primary 0.4 miles The Thetford Academy Secondary 0.7 miles Diamond Academy Primary 0.8 miles The Bishop's Church of England Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Redcastle Family School Primary 0.9 miles Queensway Infant Academy and Nursery Primary 0.9 miles The Pinetree School PRU 1 miles Barnham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Elveden Church of England Primary Academy Primary 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Croxton 1.9 miles Barnham 2.5 miles Euston 2.8 miles Rushford 3.3 miles Elveden 3.6 miles Brettenham 3.7 miles Shadwell 3.7 miles Santon Downham 4.5 miles Fakenham Magna 4.7 miles East Wretham 5 miles Bridgham 5.1 miles Stonebridge 5.3 miles

Streets in Thetford 30 shown View all streets

A1088 2 Abbey Barns Court 1 Abbey Green 1 Abbey Road 1 Abbeygate 3 Acorn Close 1 Adcock Road 1 Adders Lane 1 Addison Close 1 Adeane Meadow 1 Adland Road 1 Admiral Close 1 Admirals Way 6 Aircraft Drive 1 Akrotiri Square 4 Alder Covert 1 Aleutia Gardens 1 All Saints Court 1 Allison's Close 1 Almond Grove 1 Amelia Opie Way 1 Amulet Close 1 Amys Close 2 Anchor Place 1 Anglian Close 1 Anna Gurney Close 2 Anna Sewell Close 1 Anne Bartholomew Road 8 Anne Boleyn Close 1 Anson Way 1

Postcodes in Thetford 50 shown View all postcodes

IP24 1AA IP24 1AD IP24 1AE IP24 1AF IP24 1AG IP24 1AH IP24 1AJ IP24 1AL IP24 1AN IP24 1AP IP24 1AQ IP24 1AR IP24 1AS IP24 1AT IP24 1AU IP24 1AW IP24 1AX IP24 1AY IP24 1AZ IP24 1BA IP24 1BB IP24 1BD IP24 1BE IP24 1BF IP24 1BG IP24 1BH IP24 1BJ IP24 1BL IP24 1BN IP24 1BP IP24 1BQ IP24 1BT IP24 1BX IP24 1BY IP24 1BZ IP24 1DA IP24 1DB IP24 1DD IP24 1DE IP24 1DF IP24 1DG IP24 1DH IP24 1DJ IP24 1DL IP24 1DN IP24 1DP IP24 1DQ IP24 1DR IP24 1DS IP24 1DT