Thornham is one of the most sought-after villages on the Norfolk coast — a tiny, quietly magnificent North Norfolk village of just 428 people on the edge of the Norfolk Coast AONB. The Lifeboat Inn (a 16th-century smugglers' pub), the extraordinary saltmarshes and creeks, and the vast birdwatching opportunities have made it a favourite of nature lovers, foodies and London weekenders alike.
The RSPB Titchwell Marsh reserve (2 miles east) is one of England's most visited bird reserves. Holkham Beach — 8 miles east — is one of the finest beaches in England. The Norfolk Coast Path national trail passes through, connecting Hunstanton to Cromer.
Housing & Property Prices
HM Land RegistryAverage Price
£545,000
All property types
Detached
£790,000
Average sold price
Semi-detached
£485,000
Average sold price
Terraced
£395,000
Average sold price
Flat / Maisonette
£272,000
Average sold price
Annual Change
+4.2%
vs previous year
Schools & Ofsted Ratings
OfstedOutstanding
0
schools
Good
1
schools
Requires Improvement
0
schools
Inadequate
0
schools
- Good
Crime Statistics
Police.ukCrime Rate
8
per 1,000 residents
vs National Avg
Well below average
England & Wales
Most Common
Anti-social behaviour
crime category
Broadband & Connectivity
OfcomAverage Download
28 Mbps
median speed
Superfast Coverage
58%
30 Mbps+
Ultrafast Coverage
12%
100 Mbps+
Full Fibre (FTTP)
5%
premises
Health & NHS Access
NHS DigitalNearest GP Surgery
Hunstanton Medical Practice
4.8 miles away
NHS Trust
Queen Elizabeth Hospital NHS FT
responsible trust
Nearest Hospital
Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn
22.4 miles
Environment & Green Space
DEFRA / ONSAir Quality Index
Good
annual average
Green Space
78%
of local area
Flood Risk
Low
Environment Agency
Transport & Connectivity
DfT / National RailNearest Station
King's Lynn Railway Station
22.4 miles
To London
1h 45m
approx by rail
Nearest Motorway
A149
0.2 miles
Nearest Airport
Norwich Airport
48 miles
Thornham at a Glance — Area Scorecard
TownData.co.ukOverall
9.0
Excellent
Family Life
8.0
Very Good
Schools
8.0
Very Good
Transport
3.0
Poor
Nightlife
3.0
Poor
Value for Money
5.0
Average
Safety
10.0
Excellent
Green Space
10.0
Excellent
Scores calculated from official data sources including ONS, Police.uk, Ofsted and Ofcom. Rated out of 10.
Who is Thornham Good For?
TownData.co.ukFamilies
✅ Great for families
Commuters
❌ Poor transport links
Students
❌ Limited student life
Retirees
✅ Peaceful & well-served
Young Professionals
❌ Limited for young pros
First-Time Buyers
❌ High house prices
Outdoor Lovers
✅ Excellent green space
Nightlife Seekers
❌ Better options elsewhere
Things to Do & Local Attractions
VisitBritain- RSPB Titchwell MarshOne of England's most popular bird reserves 2 miles east — bitterns, avocets, marsh harriers, bearded tits and thousands of wading birds. Superb visitor facilities.
- Thornham SaltmarshesThe vast saltmarshes and tidal creeks behind Thornham are extraordinary in summer — sea lavender, samphire and a huge sky make the coastal walk one of Norfolk's finest.
- The Lifeboat InnA 16th-century smugglers' inn with low beams, open fires and outstanding food — one of the finest coastal pubs in England.
- Norfolk Coast PathThe Norfolk Coast Path passes through Thornham — superb walking east to Brancaster and Burnham Market, or west to Hunstanton and the distinctive red-and-white striped cliffs.
- Holkham Beach8 miles east, Holkham's vast beach of white sand backed by pine woods is one of England's finest. Used in the final scene of Shakespeare in Love.
Nearby Towns & Villages
ONS / Ordnance SurveyWeather & Climate
Met OfficeJan
5°C
Feb
5°C
Mar
8°C
Apr
10°C
May
13°C
Jun
16°C
Jul
18°C
Aug
18°C
Sep
15°C
Oct
11°C
Nov
7°C
Dec
5°C
Annual Rainfall
620mm
mm per year
Sunshine Hours
1680 hrs
per year
Warmest Month
July/Aug
avg high 20°C
Coldest Month
January
avg low 2°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thornham a nice place to live?
Thornham is a settlement in Norfolk. It has 100% of schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, average house prices of £545,000, and crime that is well below average the national average. Use the sections above to explore the full data profile.
What is the average house price in Thornham?
The average house price in Thornham is £545,000 according to HM Land Registry. This covers all property types. See the housing section above for a full breakdown by property type and annual price change.
Is Thornham safe to live in?
Thornham's crime rate is well below average the national average. See the crime section above for a full breakdown by category.
What are the schools like in Thornham?
100% of schools in Thornham are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. See the schools section above for a full list with individual Ofsted ratings.
How fast is broadband in Thornham?
Average broadband download speeds in Thornham are 28 Mbps according to Ofcom. See the broadband section above for superfast and full-fibre coverage figures.
Data sourced from official UK government datasets. All figures are for informational purposes only. TownData.co.uk is an independent website and is not affiliated with any government body.