About East Wretham

East Wretham is a small village located in Norfolk, England, within the postcode area IP24. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. It is surrounded by the natural beauty of the Norfolk countryside, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village is situated close to larger towns, providing access to essential amenities and services. East Wretham is also near the Breckland area, known for its unique landscape and wildlife. Local transport links enable easy travel to nearby attractions, making it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding region.

School Ratings in East Wretham

Families in East Wretham have access to 6 local schools. Elveden Church of England Primary Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in East Wretham

Homes sell for an average of £259K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £184K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in East Wretham

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across East Wretham, with 50 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in East Wretham

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places East Wretham around the national average for deprivation. 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 East Wretham

East Wretham benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,549 sales

Average Price £259K
£100 — £2.89M
Detached £351K 1,087
Semi £222K 783
Terraced £184K 1,291
Flat £130K 218

Schools & Education 6 nearby View all schools

5 Primary
1 Secondary
Great Hockham Primary School and Nursery Primary 2.7 miles Thompson Primary School Primary 3.8 miles The Thetford Academy Secondary Good 4.4 miles Admirals Academy Primary Good 4.6 miles Raleigh Infant Academy Primary Good 4.6 miles Drake Primary School Primary Good 4.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in East Wretham IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in East Wretham are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
3/10
Health
6/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,724 Children (0-15) 19%
25,295 Working Age 63%
9,748 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.4% 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 East Wretham 242 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for East Wretham are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

108 Violence & Sexual Offences
50 Anti-Social Behaviour
19 Criminal Damage & Arson
15 Public Order
10 Shoplifting
9 Other Crime
8 Burglary
6 Drugs
6 Vehicle Crime
5 Other Theft
3 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
1 Robbery
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 5 stations

Harling Road Train Station 4.2 miles
Thetford Train Station 5.2 miles
Eccles Road Train Station 6.4 miles
Brandon Train Station 8.3 miles
Attleborough Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stonebridge 0.6 miles Illington 2 miles Great Hockham 2.8 miles Tottington 3.3 miles Breckles 3.5 miles Croxton 3.5 miles Roudham 3.6 miles Thompson 3.7 miles Pockthorpe 3.7 miles Lower Stow Bedon 4 miles Bridgham 4 miles Harling Road 4.2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in IP24 30 shown View all streets

A1088 2 Abbey Barns Court 1 Abbey Green 1 Abbeygate 3 Admirals Way 6 Alder Covert 1 Aleutia Gardens 1 All Saints Court 1 Allison's Close 1 Almond Grove 1 Amelia Opie Way 1 Amulet Close 1 Anchor Place 1 Anglian Close 1 Anna Gurney Close 2 Anna Sewell Close 1 Anne Bartholomew Road 8 Anne Boleyn Close 1 Arlington Way 1 Armstrong Way 1 Ash Close 2 Aspen Close 1 Autumn Close 1 Avenue Gardens 1 Baird Way 1 Barley Way 1 Barnham Road 1 Beatty Close 1 Beech Close 1 Ben Culey Drive 3

Postcodes in IP24 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