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Guide Price£800,000

The Croft, Costessey, NR8

Land size
2 acres
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • Impressive detached modern residence extending to almost 2,500 sq ft
  • Occupying an elevated position within the sought-after Croft area of Costessey
  • Set within approximately 2 acres of gardens and established woodland
  • Spacious 24’5 triple-aspect sitting room with excellent natural light
  • Versatile accommodation arranged over two floors
  • Six well-proportioned bedrooms including impressive principal suite
  • Principal bedroom with dressing room, en suite and balcony
  • Modern fitted kitchen with separate utility room
  • Ample off-road parking together with car port
  • Convenient access to Norwich, the A47 and Northern Distributor Road (NDR)

Description

HOUSE

Occupying a superb elevated position within the sought-after area of The Croft in Costessey, Silver Spring is an impressive residence originally built as a cottage in 1910, later significantly extended and remodelled in 1975, and more recently renovated to create a beautifully presented and highly versatile family home. Offering almost 2,500 sq ft of accommodation, the property is set within approximately 2 acres of gardens and woodland, combining generous internal space with extensive outdoor grounds in a highly desirable setting.

The property is approached via a driveway providing ample off-road parking together with a useful car port.

The ground floor accommodation is centred around a welcoming entrance hall leading to a superb triple-aspect sitting room measuring approximately 24’5 x 12’3, creating a bright and spacious principal reception area. A separate sun room provides an additional reception space overlooking the grounds, while the dining room offers an ideal setting for entertaining.

The recently updated fitted kitchen is complemented by a separate utility room and ground floor shower room. Three bedrooms on this level provide flexible accommodation suitable for family living, guests or home working.

The first floor continues to impress with a spacious landing leading to the principal bedroom suite, featuring a dressing room, en suite and balcony to the front enjoying the elevated outlook. Two further bedrooms are located on this floor together with a family bathroom.

Externally, the combination of lawned gardens and established woodland creates a unique setting rarely found within such a convenient location.

OUTSIDE

Silver Spring enjoys a superb elevated position, set well back from the road and approached via a private driveway, immediately giving a sense of space and separation from the surrounding area. The approach leads to ample off-road parking, providing practicality for multiple vehicles while complementing the property’s impressive setting.

The property stands in approximately 2 acres in all, offering a rare and substantial plot within this sought-after location.

The front of the property opens out into a substantial lawned garden, offering a generous expanse of green space that enhances the home’s open and airy feel. Mature surroundings frame the plot, contributing to a well-established and attractive outdoor environment.

A standout feature of the grounds is the substantial area of woodland, adding both character and a natural backdrop to the setting. This wooded section not only creates a pleasing contrast to the open lawn but also provides a wonderful sense of depth and seasonal interest throughout the year, with changing colours and textures enhancing the outlook.

The elevated position of the property allows for pleasing views across the surrounding landscape, giving an added sense of openness and outlook that is rarely found. This combination of height, scale and mature planting ensures the gardens feel both expansive and visually appealing.

Overall, the outside space at Silver Spring is a key feature of the property, offering a generous blend of lawn, woodland and open outlook, all accessed via a well-defined driveway with ample parking. It provides an ideal setting for outdoor enjoyment, landscaping potential and a strong connection to the natural surroundings.

LOCATION

Situated in the highly sought-after suburb of Costessey, Silver Spring enjoys an excellent elevated position on the western edge of Norwich, offering the perfect balance of peaceful residential living and superb connectivity. Costessey has become one of the area’s most popular locations for families, professionals and retirees alike thanks to its strong community feel, excellent amenities and easy access into the city.

The property is ideally placed for commuters, with quick and convenient access to the A47 Southern Bypass and the Norwich Northern Distributor Road (NDR), providing excellent routes across Norfolk, East Anglia and beyond. Norwich city centre is just a short drive away, offering a vibrant mix of shopping, dining, entertainment and historic attractions, alongside direct rail links to London Liverpool Street and Norwich International Airport nearby, making the area particularly attractive for those who travel regularly for work or leisure.

Costessey itself benefits from a wide range of everyday amenities including supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, healthcare facilities, fitness centres and leisure amenities. The nearby Longwater Retail Park offers further convenience with a selection of national retailers, supermarkets, home stores and popular eateries. The area is also well regarded for its schooling options, with a range of well-respected primary and secondary schools nearby, adding to its appeal for growing families.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, the area offers an abundance of green spaces, countryside walks and recreational routes, including the popular Marriott’s Way trails, nearby woodland walks and easy access to the Norfolk countryside. Combining convenience, connectivity and a desirable residential setting, Silver Spring represents an outstanding opportunity to enjoy modern living in one of Norwich’s most well-connected and popular suburban locations.

SERVICES CONNECTED

  • Oil fired central heating 

  • Mains electricity

  • Mains water

  • Mains drainage

COUNCIL TAX

South Norfolk District Council, Band G

TENURE

Freehold: NK410455

ENERGY PERFORMANCE RATING

Rating G, Ref: 8448-7224-5520-0777-2906

To retrieve the Energy Performance Certificate for this property please visit and enter in the above reference number. Alternatively, the full certificate can be obtained through Websters..

WHATTHREEWORDS

The entrance to the driveway on The Croft is located using the following combination: ///stick.soap.frames 

Disclaimer

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Leasehold details, including service charges and ground rent, should be confirmed by your legal adviser. Measurements, plans, photographs and descriptions are approximate and for illustration only. It should not be assumed the property has all required planning permissions, building regulation approvals or other consents. Services, fixtures and fittings have not been tested and buyers should verify these independently.
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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-05-21

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,167 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£400,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £378,206 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Mains
Water
Mains
Heating
Oil Heating, Wood Burner
Broadband
Standard Copper (ADSL)
Sewerage
Mains

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Superfast · available to 79% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Costessey927 metresOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    315
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • Costessey Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    559
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Drayton CofE Junior School1.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    331
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Ghost Hill Infant and Nursery School1.3 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    3 to 7
    Pupils
    205
    Type
    Academy converter
  • St Michael's VA Junior School1.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    423
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Ormiston Victory Academy0.9 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,517
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Hellesdon High School1.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,476
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Taverham High School2.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,254
    Type
    Academy converter
  • City Academy Norwich2.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    674
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Sewell Park Academy3.4 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    775
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

EG - OTM - Drayton, Taverham1 mile
Co-op Costessey Foodstore, Norwich1.1 miles
Tesco Drayton Superstore, Taverham1.1 miles

GP surgery

Beechcroft And Old Palace1.1 miles

Pharmacy

Beechcroft Pharmacy1.1 miles

Hospital

Hellesdon Hospital1.3 miles

Green space

Play Space684 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Norwich Rail Station4.3 miles

Nearest bus stop

Lime Tree Avenue421 metres

Typical drive times

Aylsham22 min · 12 miles
Reepham19 min · 10 miles
Wymondham20 min · 12 miles
Norwich (city)13 min · 4.5 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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