Upper Brandon Parva, Norfolk | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Upper Brandon Parva

Upper Brandon Parva is a small village located in Norfolk, England, within the NR20 postcode area. This rural community is characterised by its traditional English countryside setting, surrounded by fields and farmland. The village offers a peaceful atmosphere, making it a suitable spot for those seeking a quiet retreat from urban life.

The area is primarily residential, with a small number of local amenities to serve the community. Nearby, visitors can explore the surrounding countryside, which is ideal for walking and enjoying nature. Upper Brandon Parva is well-connected to larger towns in Norfolk, providing easy access to additional services and attractions.

School Ratings in Upper Brandon Parva

There are 17 schools in and around Upper Brandon Parva. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Upper Brandon Parva

The average property price is £353K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £408K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Upper Brandon Parva

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Drugs is prevalent across Upper Brandon Parva, with 2 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Upper Brandon Parva

Upper Brandon Parva 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 Upper Brandon Parva

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Upper Brandon Parva, the nearest being Mattishall And Lenwade Surgeries (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Upper Brandon Parva

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Property Prices 2,961 sales

Average Price £353K

£1K , £9.24M

Detached £408K 1,586

Semi £252K 776

Terraced £216K 364

Flat £166K 17

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

14 Primary

2 Secondary

1 Other

Good 4

Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the NR20 postcode area.

Garvestone Community Primary School Primary 1.5 miles Mattishall Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Yaxham Church of England Primary Academy Primary 2.1 miles Barnham Broom Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Hockering Church of England Primary Academy Primary 3.4 miles Toftwood Infant School Primary Good 3.7 miles Dereham, Toftwood Community Junior School Primary Good 3.8 miles Kingsbrook School Not applicable Good 3.9 miles Hingham Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Dereham Neatherd High School Secondary 4 miles Wicklewood Primary School and Nursery Primary 4.3 miles Dereham Church of England Junior Academy Primary Good 4.4 miles

Household Income in Upper Brandon Parva ONS 2023

The average total household income in Upper Brandon Parva is approximately £51,555 a year before tax, 7% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,084. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Upper Brandon Parva £51,555

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £39,084.

Businesses in Upper Brandon Parva ONS 2025

There are approximately 861 active businesses based in Upper Brandon Parva, around 42 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

861 Total businesses

42 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 92%

Small, 10-49 6%

Medium, 50-249 2%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Upper Brandon Parva IMD 2025

Upper Brandon Parva 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

5/10

Income

6/10

Employment

6/10

Education

5/10

Health

7/10

Housing

2/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 16%

Working age 56%

Older 65+ 28%

3,190 Children (0-15) 16%

11,338 Working Age 56%

5,763 Older (65+) 28%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12% 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 Upper Brandon Parva 10 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Upper Brandon Parva records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 6

Drugs 2

Vehicle Crime 1

Other Crime 1

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 3 stations

Wymondham Train Station 6.3 miles

Spooner Row Train Station 7.6 miles

Attleborough Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Thuxton 0.9 miles Welborne Common 0.9 miles Runhall 0.9 miles Welborne 1.4 miles Garvestone 1.4 miles Brakefield Green 1.4 miles The Lings 1.4 miles South Green 1.4 miles Coston 1.8 miles North Green 1.8 miles Reymerston 1.8 miles Low Street 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Breckland

County Norfolk

Ward Mattishall

Constituency Mid Norfolk

Parish Mattishall

Region East of England

Home Ownership in Upper Brandon Parva

Of the 8,570 households in and around Upper Brandon Parva, 75% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 11% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Upper Brandon Parva.

Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Brandon Parva

What is the population of Upper Brandon Parva?

Upper Brandon Parva has a population of approximately 20,295 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Upper Brandon Parva?

The average property in and around Upper Brandon Parva sold for about £352,574, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is close to the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Upper Brandon Parva a deprived area?

Upper Brandon Parva sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Upper Brandon Parva?

Upper Brandon Parva is covered by the NR20 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Upper Brandon Parva?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Upper Brandon Parva, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Upper Brandon Parva?

The nearest railway station to Upper Brandon Parva is Wymondham Train Station, about 6.3 miles away.

Streets in NR20 30 shown View all streets

A47 7 Abram Court 1 Albert Myhill Close 1 All Saints Close 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash Close 1 Ashley Road 1 Aspen Walk 1 Aubrey Rix Close 1 Back Lane 10 Banham Drive 1 Barnham Broom Road 1 Barrack Close 1 Bath Avenue 1 Bawdeswell Road 2 Bay Field 1 Becketts Close 1 Bedingfield Road 1 Beech Drive 2 Beech Road 2 Beehive Way 1 Beetley Grange 1 Beetley Meadows 1 Bell Close 1 Bennett Road 1 Bexfield Close 1 Bexfield Road 1 Billingford Road 6 Bintree Road 3 Birch Avenue 1

Postcodes in NR20 50 shown View all postcodes

NR20 3AA NR20 3AB NR20 3AD NR20 3AE NR20 3AF NR20 3AH NR20 3AJ NR20 3AL NR20 3AN NR20 3AP NR20 3AQ NR20 3AR NR20 3AS NR20 3AT NR20 3AU NR20 3AW NR20 3AX NR20 3AY NR20 3AZ NR20 3BA NR20 3BB NR20 3BD NR20 3BE NR20 3BF NR20 3BG NR20 3BH NR20 3BJ NR20 3BL NR20 3BN NR20 3BP NR20 3BQ NR20 3BS NR20 3BT NR20 3BU NR20 3BW NR20 3BX NR20 3BY NR20 3BZ NR20 3DA NR20 3DB NR20 3DD NR20 3DE NR20 3DF NR20 3DG NR20 3DH NR20 3DJ NR20 3DL NR20 3DN NR20 3DP NR20 3DQ

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