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Area guide · South Norfolk

Living in Long Stratton

A snapshot of life in Long Stratton, East of England — house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more, drawn straight from official UK datasets.

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At a glance

Long Stratton is a village in South Norfolk, East of England with a population of 5,218. The average house price is £246,406 and the overall crime rate is 42.0 per 1,000 residents.

Where Long Stratton ranks

Population

5,218

Avg House Price

£246,406

Crime Rate

42.0/1k

Top-Two School Inspection Bands

100%

Avg Download Speed

264 Mbps

EPC Rating

C

Median Income

£33,815

Median Age

47.1

House Prices (2025)

Average Price by Property Type (2025)

Long Stratton's detached homes (£298,318) command roughly 2.1× the price of a flat (£145,000).

Price Trend (11 Years)

Long Stratton prices have risen 18% over the last 9 years (£208,459 → £246,406).

Property TypeAverageMedianSales Count
Detached£298,318£297,50022
Semi-Detached£240,905£228,00030
Terraced£199,967£210,00015
Flat£145,000£145,0001

Crime & safety

The overall crime rate in Long Stratton is 42.0 per 1,000 residents.

Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)

Most common offence in Long Stratton: violent crime (43% of all recorded crimes).

Schools & Education

School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 3 schools (2 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

School Details

Total Schools3
Primary2
Secondary1
% Top two bands100%

Schools in this area

SchoolPhaseRating
Long Stratton High SchoolSecondaryGood
Manor Field Infant and Nursery SchoolPrimaryNo rating available
St Mary's Church of England Junior AcademyPrimaryNo rating available

Broadband & Connectivity

Long Stratton averages 264 Mbps — 164% above the typical UK download speed.

Energy Efficiency & Running Costs

Most Long Stratton homes sit at band C on the EPC scale. 58.8% of homes reach band C or above.

Average EPC RatingC
Average EPC Score69.7
% Rated C or Above58.8%
Avg Energy Cost (per year)£1,310

Demographics & Economy

Population5,218
Median Age47.1
Median Household Income£33,815
Employment Rate57.8%
Owner Occupied73.1%
Degree-Level Qualified32%

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in Long Stratton?
The average house price in Long Stratton is £246,406 based on Land Registry sales in 2025.
What is the cheapest type of property to buy in Long Stratton?
The most affordable entry point in Long Stratton is a flat, with an average price of £145,000.
Is Long Stratton a safe place to live?
Long Stratton has a recorded crime rate of 42.0 per 1,000 residents. Whether that feels "safe" depends on the comparison — see how it stacks up against nearby towns in the rankings below.
How are the schools in Long Stratton?
Long Stratton has 3 schools in total, with 100% rated in the top two inspection bands by the relevant inspectorate.
What broadband speeds are available in Long Stratton?
Average broadband download speeds in Long Stratton are around 264 Mbps. Superfast (30 Mbps+) coverage reaches 84% of premises.
How big is Long Stratton?
Long Stratton is a settlement in South Norfolk with a population of approximately 5,218.

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