About Wimbotsham

Wimbotsham is a village located in Norfolk, England, within the postcode area PE34. It is situated near the town of Downham Market, which offers various amenities and services. The village features a mix of residential properties and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. Local transport links provide easy access to nearby towns and cities. The area surrounding Wimbotsham is primarily agricultural, with fields and farms contributing to the local economy. The village is served by a small community that engages in various activities and events throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy the peaceful countryside and explore the nearby natural landscapes, which are typical of the region. Overall, Wimbotsham presents a simple, rural lifestyle that is representative of many small villages in Norfolk.

School Ratings in Wimbotsham

Families in Wimbotsham have access to 12 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Wimbotsham

Homes sell for an average of £276K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £325K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Wimbotsham

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Wimbotsham, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Wimbotsham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Wimbotsham within the more deprived parts of England. 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 Wimbotsham

Broadband services in Wimbotsham 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 1,974 sales

Average Price £276K
£10K — £2.3M
Detached £325K 1,072
Semi £212K 551
Terraced £172K 226
Flat £90K 3

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Wimbotsham and Stow Academy Primary 0.5 miles Orchard Manor School 0.8 miles Nelson Academy Primary Good 1.2 miles Downham Market Academy Secondary Good 1.3 miles Downham Market, Hillcrest Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Downham Market Children's Centre 1.4 miles Holy Cross Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Watlington Community Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles Magdalen Academy Primary Good 3.6 miles St Martin At Shouldham Church of England Primary Academy Primary 4.3 miles Hilgay Riverside Academy Primary Good 4.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Wimbotsham IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Wimbotsham experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
4/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
4,486 Children (0-15) 17%
15,830 Working Age 59%
8,681 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 32.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.2% 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 Wimbotsham 3 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Wimbotsham are lower than the England and Wales average. While other theft is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Other Theft
1 Theft from Person
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
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

Downham Market Train Station 1.5 miles
Watlington Train Station 3.5 miles
Kings Lynn Train Station 9.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stow Bardolph 0.6 miles Broomhill 0.6 miles Downham Market 1.2 miles Stow Bridge 1.4 miles Bexwell 1.8 miles Thorpland 1.9 miles Crimplesham 2.2 miles South Runcton 2.2 miles West Head 2.5 miles Denver 2.5 miles Runcton Holme 2.5 miles The Drove 2.8 miles

Local Government

District South Holland
County Lincolnshire
Ward Sutton Bridge
Constituency South Holland and The Deepings
Parish Sutton Bridge
Region East Midlands

Streets in PE34 30 shown View all streets

A47 3 Acer Road 2 Alan Jarvis Way 1 Allen Close 1 Alma Avenue 1 Alma Chase 1 Anchor Road 1 Ashfield Court 2 Aylmer Drive 1 Bailey Lane 1 Bankside 2 Bardolph Place 1 Beacon Hill Lane 1 Benedict Close 1 Benns Lane 2 Bentinck Way 2 Beverley way 2 Bird Close 1 Black Horse Road 2 Bluebell Walk 1 Bramley Close 2 Brellows Hill 1 Brokencross Lane 1 Bullock Road 2 Burnt Lane 1 Bush Meadow Lane 1 Buttercup Lane 1 Cave's Close 2 Cedar Way 1 Chapel Lane 1

Postcodes in PE34 50 shown View all postcodes

PE34 3AB PE34 3AE PE34 3AF PE34 3AG PE34 3AH PE34 3AJ PE34 3AL PE34 3AP PE34 3AQ PE34 3AR PE34 3AS PE34 3AT PE34 3AU PE34 3AW PE34 3AX PE34 3AY PE34 3AZ PE34 3BA PE34 3BB PE34 3BD PE34 3BE PE34 3BF PE34 3BG PE34 3BH PE34 3BJ PE34 3BL PE34 3BN PE34 3BP PE34 3BQ PE34 3BT PE34 3BU PE34 3BW PE34 3BX PE34 3BY PE34 3BZ PE34 3DA PE34 3DB PE34 3DD PE34 3DE PE34 3DG PE34 3DH PE34 3DJ PE34 3DL PE34 3DP PE34 3DR PE34 3DS PE34 3DT PE34 3DU PE34 3DW PE34 3DX