Norfolk

Norfolk is a county in the East of England. The city of Norwich is the county town and largest settlement. Norfolk has a population of just under million inhabitants, making it one of the most populous counties in England’s Eastern region. If you’re looking for a place to live with your family, there are plenty of options available – from villages to towns and cities, Norfolk has something for everyone!

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Where is Norfolk?

Norfolk is a county in the East of England, with an approximate population of 814,000. It borders Lincolnshire to its northwest and Suffolk to the southeast. Norfolk’s capital city is Norwich, which has a population of around 220,000 people.

The county is split into six districts: Breckland District Council, Broadland District Council, Great Yarmouth Borough Council, King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council (which includes King’s Lynn), North Norfolk District Council and South Norfolk District Council.

Areas in Norfolk

Some of the most popular areas for prospective homebuyers in Norfolk include:

The Broads – a large protected wetland area in the east of the county, the Broads is popular for its natural beauty and for its many outdoor activities

Norwich – the county’s capital city, with a lively cultural scene and plenty of amenities, Norwich is a popular place for those looking to buy property in the county. It has a thriving nightlife and plenty of high-end shops, as well as all the amenities you would expect to find in such an urban centre. It is also home to two universities

North Norfolk – an area of outstanding natural beauty, with very little light pollution and plenty of activities on hand such as golfing and walking around its beautiful coastline

The North Norfolk Coast – a picturesque stretch of coastline that is popular with holidaymakers and those looking for a seaside home

Gardens in Nowrich Norfolk

South Norfolk – an area that is more rural and agricultural, with market towns and villages dotting the landscape

Fakenham – a market town in the north of the county with good transport links, Fakenham is popular with commuters who work in Norwich or London

Cromer – a charming seaside town on the North Norfolk coast, Cromer is well known for its pier and the crabs that are caught in the surrounding waters

King’s Lynn: another coastal town, this one with a more rural feel King’s Lynn is known for its antiques and traditional festivals.

Universities in Norfolk

With two universities, Norwich is the largest city in Norfolk and offers a wide range of educational opportunities

The University of East Anglia – based in Norwich, the UEA is a prestigious university known for its research work and modern approach to education. It specialises in the arts, humanities, business and law.

The Norwich University of the Arts – a specialist arts university, the Norwich University of the Arts is also well regarded for its fine art and design courses. It has a reputation for being a friendly and informal university with strong connections to the local region.

Top Schools in Norfolk

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Norfolk has some of the best schools in Britain, with many achieving excellent results at the GCSE level every year. Some of the standout schools include:

Royal Norwich School – an independent school, the Royal Norwich School is one of the leading co-educational boarding schools in England. The school has an outstanding academic reputation and offers a wide range of extracurricular activities to its pupils.

Gresham’s School – another independent school, Gresham’s School is located in Holt, a small town in the north of Norfolk. The school has an excellent academic record, with many pupils going on to study at some of the most prestigious universities in the world.

Thetford Grammar School – Thetford Grammar School is a state-funded secondary school with academy status. The school has an excellent reputation for providing high-quality education and boasts some of the best results in Norfolk.

Population of Norfolk

Where there are a fair number of people living in Norfolk, the county is very large, which means Norfolk is one of the most sparsely populated counties in England, with a population of 907,760 but a population density of just 55 people per square kilometre. This makes it a great place to live if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of a bigger city.

 

Featured developments in Norfolk

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The Gables

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Heartwood, PE31

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Bowlers Green, NR31

Lovell Homes
4.55 (6 reviews) 4.55 (6 reviews)
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St Edmund’s Park, NR13

Lovell Homes
4.70 (2 reviews) 4.70 (2 reviews)

Reviews in Norfolk

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Verified Resident
Verified Resident
Review Date Oct 2023

The estate is about a 15 minute walk to the town. It is very quiet and we have our own garage. Bus stop is a 5 minute walk and railway station is about a mile away.
We overlook a green common which is in the middle of a cul de sac.

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This is a large development but what we like is the variety of properties. In our culture de sac for example you have a mixture of bungalows, detached 3 and 4 bedroom plus a row of three properties connected together. Around us is a selection of social housing as well.
We live in a very nice 3 bedroomed bungalow which is very well designed. The only criticism I have of the design is that the ensuite shower is very small and the garage could do with being a little wider as could the garage door. To get the car in you need to fold wing mirrors in.
Any snags reported are usually dealt within a couple of weeks and we are contacted so that a mutually convenient date can be agreed.
All in all Lovells have have gone out of their way to ensure we are satisfied on all fronts and where not have addressed the issue.

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Have found it to be a very pleasant community and we have made a lot of friends. A spirit of help thy neighbour has been a great bonus for us all I feel.

What is the best feature of your home:

The space is very generous and we havexplenty of room in kitchen and lounge.

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Thank you Keith for your 5* review of your new home at William’s Park in Wymondham.

We are so pleased to read about your experience, and that you have made a lot of friends. We pride ourselves on building communities which people want to live in.

Your comments and feedback have been passed on to all of the relevant teams for consideration, and I know that they will be greatly pleased to read them.

Thank you again Keith and we hope that you continue to be very happy in your new home.

You will never regret

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Review Date Oct 2023

Excellent location to live. Great quality houses. Lots of green spaces. Walking distance to town and to the train station. Highly recommended

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Well planned and beautiful. Need a local shop and a gym. Also please add children play area. Building management is good and keeps the area tidy. Neighbours should be encouraged to park on their driveways. More trees should be planted. Thank you for all

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Nothing but it would be useful to know the house number

What is the best feature of your home:

Very neatly finished and very well layout and well

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Thank you for your 5* review of your new home at William’s Park in Wymondham.

We have passed your comments on to all of the relevant teams for consideration, and I know that they will be very pleased to read your positive feedback.

Well designed so far

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Review Date Oct 2023

There is a very good primary school in the village, as well as two local shops, a doctor surgery, a dentist, a hairdresser, amusement arcade and two pubs.

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It’s well designed but as it is still in development I am not sure about the entire site. The roads and curb leading onto our road are quite bumpy and one is very high and can scratch the underside of the car. I like the general design of my street but have not seen many others.

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The curb turning into our road is very awkwardly placed and scraped the underside of our car.

What is the best feature of your home:

I really like the white noise machines that they included in each bedroom and living room.

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Thank you Hanna for your 4* review of Bowlers Green in Hopton, and for sharing your feedback with us. It’s fantastic to hear that you are happy in your new home, and with all of the facilities which the location has to offer.

I have gathered your comments and passed them on to the relevant teams.

Thank you again Hanna, we hope that you will continue to be very happy in your new home.

Very happy in our new build home

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Review Date Oct 2023

Local area is great. Most facilities are a walk away, but accessible within 20 minutes. We find this ideal, as we think it’s great to get out for walks. Should we want to get there a bit quicker, we can always drive and find parking spots in town. Transport links to Norwich city are ideal, with both bus and rail options operating frequently.

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Layout of the estate is fantastic, with homes that are a refreshingly good distance apart compared to other estates. As for scores on management and facilities, we’re still very much on a building site. The facilities will no doubt be great, but for now they are still under construction. Some of these works are a little disruptive at times, and the expected aspects of facilities management are yet to take shape.

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Whilst you are told you have 2 years to address snags in your home, after one year we have been challenged on certain findings. The expectation seems to be that all issues are addressed within the first few months, something we were abruptly told when reporting what we considered to be a fairly standard defect. This has raised concern amongst our neighbours who were relying on the two year window, and spent the present time moving in and adjusting to life in a new home.

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I love the kitchen! The layout is great and the personalisation options meant we could make it truly our own.

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Thank you Ant for leaving a 5* review of your new home at William’s Park in Wymondham. It’s fantastic to hear how pleased you are with your new home and its location.

Thank you also for your honest feedback about some experiences of your new Lovell Home, we have taken this feedback on board and fed back to the relevant teams.

We hope that you continue to be very happy in your new home in Wymondham.

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