Tower End, Norfolk | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Tower End

Tower End is a small village located in Norfolk, England, within the PE32 postcode area. It is characterised by its rural setting and is surrounded by fields and farmland, providing a peaceful atmosphere. The village features a few residential homes and local amenities that cater to the needs of its residents.

The area is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding countryside. Nearby, visitors can find various walking paths and cycling routes, ideal for enjoying the natural landscape. Tower End offers a glimpse into the quieter side of English village life, away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities.

School Ratings in Tower End

There are 32 schools in and around Tower End. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Tower End

The average property price is £349K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £385K.

Deprivation and Employment in Tower End

Tower End 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 Tower End

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Tower End, the nearest being Vida Healthcare (2.6 miles away).

Local Data for Tower End

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Property Prices 2,135 sales

Average Price £349K

£2K , £6.52M

Detached £385K 1,188

Semi £254K 537

Terraced £254K 233

Flat £166K 14

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

23 Primary

3 Secondary

6 Other

Good 6

Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PE32 postcode area.

Middleton Church of England Primary Academy Primary Inadequate 1.1 miles Churchill Park Complex Needs School Not applicable 1.8 miles Fairstead Community Primary and Nursery School Primary 1.9 miles Ashwicken Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2 miles King's Oak Academy Primary 2.2 miles Howard Junior School Primary 2.2 miles West Winch Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Springwood High School Secondary Good 2.4 miles King's Lynn Academy Secondary Good 2.5 miles Gaywood Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles St Martha's Catholic Primary School Primary 2.6 miles King Edward VII Academy Secondary 2.8 miles

Household Income in Tower End ONS 2023

The average total household income in Tower End is approximately £50,749 a year before tax, 8% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,110. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Tower End £50,749

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,110.

Businesses in Tower End ONS 2025

There are approximately 678 active businesses based in Tower End, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 5 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

678 Total businesses

43 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 91%

Small, 10-49 8%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Tower End IMD 2025

Tower End 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

4/10

Income

6/10

Employment

5/10

Education

4/10

Health

6/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

3/10

Children 0-15 15%

Working age 56%

Older 65+ 29%

2,378 Children (0-15) 15%

8,964 Working Age 56%

4,559 Older (65+) 29%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.1% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% 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

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Kings Lynn Train Station 3.1 miles

Watlington Train Station 5 miles

Downham Market Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Middleton 0.6 miles Fair Green 0.9 miles Leziate 1.4 miles Bawsey 1.8 miles North Runcton 1.8 miles Fairstead 1.8 miles Blackborough End 1.9 miles East Winch 2 miles Blackborough 2 miles Gaywood 2.6 miles Ashwicken 2.8 miles West Winch 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Breckland

County Norfolk

Ward Nar Valley

Constituency South West Norfolk

Parish Narborough

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Tower End

Of the 7,019 households in and around Tower End, 69% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 69% Social rented 13% Private rented 18%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Tower End.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tower End

What is the population of Tower End?

Tower End has a population of approximately 15,905 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Tower End?

The average property in and around Tower End sold for about £348,533, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is close to the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Tower End a deprived area?

Tower End sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Tower End?

Tower End is covered by the PE32 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Tower End?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Tower End, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Tower End?

The nearest railway station to Tower End is Kings Lynn Train Station, about 3.1 miles away.

Streets in PE32 30 shown View all streets

A47 1 Abbey Road 3 Abbeyfields 2 Acorn Drive 1 Archer Lane 2 Ashwicken Road 2 Back Lane 11 Back Road 3 Back Street 6 Bailey Street 2 Barrows Hole Lane 1 Beeston Road 3 Bell Road 1 Big Wood Lane 1 Bilney Road 1 Birch Drive 1 Birch Road 1 Blacksmith's Row 1 Blacksmiths Way 1 Blake Close 1 Blenheim Crescent 1 Booth Close 1 Bracken Way 1 Briar Close 1 Brick Kiln Lane 1 Brick Yard Lane 1 Bricknel Close 1 Broadgate Lane 3 Brocks Yard 1 Brookwell Springs 2

Postcodes in PE32 50 shown View all postcodes

PE32 1AA PE32 1AB PE32 1AD PE32 1AE PE32 1AF PE32 1AG PE32 1AH PE32 1AJ PE32 1AL PE32 1AN PE32 1AP PE32 1AQ PE32 1AR PE32 1AS PE32 1AT PE32 1AU PE32 1AW PE32 1AX PE32 1AY PE32 1BA PE32 1BD PE32 1BE PE32 1BG PE32 1BH PE32 1BJ PE32 1BL PE32 1BN PE32 1BP PE32 1BQ PE32 1BS PE32 1BT PE32 1BU PE32 1BW PE32 1BX PE32 1BY PE32 1BZ PE32 1DA PE32 1DB PE32 1DD PE32 1DE PE32 1DF PE32 1DG PE32 1DH PE32 1DJ PE32 1DL PE32 1DN PE32 1DP PE32 1DQ PE32 1DR PE32 1DS

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