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£800,000

Upper King Street, Norwich

Bedrooms
9
Bathrooms
1

Key Features

  • Magnificent Grade II Listed three storey City Centre property
  • Proposed conversion of the existing language school
  • Ground floor commercial accommodation, proposed two units
  • Residential apartments proposed on the first and second floors
  • Attractive internal landscaped courtyard proposed
  • Separate detached building to the rear with proposed residential use
  • Subject to planning permission
  • Rare City Centre development opportunity

Description

The proposed redevelopment of 8 10 Upper King Street, Norwich, seeks to sensitively restore and repurpose this attractive Grade II Listed property to create a high quality mixed use development. The building, currently occupied as a language school, occupies a prominent position on the western side of Upper King Street and comprises a highly attractive three storey Victorian terrace of significant architectural and historic character.The proposals will provide a sustainable and viable long term use for the property through the creation of two self contained office suites at ground floor level, each benefiting from its own independent entrance from the street. The retention of commercial accommodation at ground floor level will maintain active frontage and contribute positively to the vitality of the surrounding area.At first and second floor levels, the proposed scheme proposes the conversion of the existing accommodation to provide four well designed residential apartments, comprising two spacious two bedroom apartments and two generous one bedroom apartments. The residential units have been carefully configured to make efficient use of the existing building while respecting its historic fabric and architectural features.To the rear of the site is a detached three storey building, which offers further development opportunities. This building could either be retained as a single residential dwelling or converted to provide two or three studio apartments, subject to detailed design considerations and statutory approvals.A key element of the redevelopment proposals is the removal of the extensive flat roof structure currently located between the principal building and the detached rear building. Its removal would significantly enhance the setting of both buildings and create an attractive landscaped courtyard amenity space, providing valuable outdoor space for future occupiers while improving the overall appearance and functionality of the site. Overall, the proposed redevelopment represents a sympathetic and sustainable scheme that secures the long term future of this important Grade II Listed building, enhances its setting, and delivers a balanced mix of commercial and residential accommodation within a highly accessible City Centre location.For further information, please contact the office and ask for Leon Ramsden.

Location
Situated on Upper King Street in the heart of Norwich City Centre, this exceptional property occupies a highly desirable position within one of the city`s most attractive and historic conservation areas. Just a stone`s throw from the vibrant commercial centre, the location offers the perfect balance between urban convenience and historic character.The surrounding area is renowned for its wealth of architectural heritage, with an abundance of attractive period buildings contributing to the unique charm and character of the neighbourhood. A diverse selection of restaurants, cafés, bars, and public houses are all within easy walking distance, providing an excellent range of leisure and dining opportunities.A short stroll leads to Tombland, one of Norwich`s most historic and picturesque districts, rich in history and cultural significance. The property enjoys an enviable setting directly opposite the magnificent grounds of Norwich Cathedral, allowing immediate access to its beautiful, landscaped surroundings and open spaces.The location benefits from excellent connectivity, with nearby bus stops, taxi ranks, extensive cycle routes, and well-established pedestrian links providing convenient access throughout the city and beyond. Attractive riverside walks can also be enjoyed nearby, offering a tranquil retreat from the bustle of the city centre while further enhancing the appeal of this outstanding location.Combining historic surroundings, excellent amenities, outstanding accessibility, and proximity to some of Norwich`s most celebrated landmarks, Upper King Street represents one of the City`s most sought after and prestigious addresses.

Agents Note - Anti Money Laundering
By law, we are required to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all potential buyers and sellers, and we take this responsibility very seriously. In line with HMRC guidelines, our trusted partner, Coadjute, will securely manage these checks on our behalf. Once an offer is accepted (subject to contract), Coadjute will send a secure link for you to complete the biometric checks electronically. A non-refundable fee of £45+ VAT per person will apply for these checks, and Coadjute will handle the payment for this service. These anti-money laundering checks must be completed before we can send the memorandum of sale to the solicitors to confirm the sale.

Notice
Please note that we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and as so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for their purpose. Pymm & Co cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. This is provided as a guide to the property and an inspection of the property is recommended.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
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Date Posted
2026-06-24

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
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Water
Mains
Heating
Gas Central Heating
Broadband
Fibre (FTTC)
Sewerage
Mains

Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Garden
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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

Gigabit full fibre · available to 7% 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

  • Charles Darwin Primary School399 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    465
    Type
    Free schools
  • The Free School Norwich721 metresOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    180
    Type
    Free schools
  • Bignold Primary School and Nursery986 metresOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    399
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Magdalen Gates Primary School0.6 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    194
    Type
    Community school
  • George White Junior School0.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    7 to 11
    Pupils
    218
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • Jane Austen College479 metresOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    1,085
    Type
    Free schools
  • Notre Dame High School, Norwich803 metresOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,613
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • Sewell Park Academy1.2 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    775
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Hewett Academy1.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    543
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • The Open Academy1.5 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    529
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England

* 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

Tesco Norwich Wales Rd Express, Norwich229 metres
Tesco London Street Norwich Express, Norwich296 metres
Tesco Norwich Westlegate Express, Norwich519 metres

GP surgery

Norwich Practices Health Centre408 metres

Pharmacy

Boots240 metres

Hospital

Colman Hospital1.4 miles

Green space

Public Park Or Garden210 metres

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

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Norwich Rail Station639 metres

Nearest bus stop

Upper King Street24 metres

Typical drive times

Loddon19 min · 11 miles
Reepham24 min · 13 miles
Wymondham20 min · 13 miles
Norwich (city)5 min · 1.7 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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