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Guide Price£600,000

Detached Bungalow with Approx. 2.5 Acre Plot (STMS) with Private Woodland in Bradenham

Land size
2.5 acres
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2

Key Features

  • Guide Price £600,000 - £650,000
  • Approx. 2.5 Acre Plot, with Private Woodland Walk Area (STMS)
  • Three Double Bedrooms
  • Principal En-Suite Bedroom with Two Further Bedrooms Sharing a Bathroom
  • Potential To Extend and Convert Loft Space, Subject to Relevant Planning
  • Two Spacious Reception Rooms and Modernised Throughout with Feature Multi-Fuel Burner at the Heart of the Home
  • Double Garage with Adjoining Storage Rooms, Potential for Annexe Conversion, Subject to Relevant Planning
  • Front Garden with Private Driveway and Carport
  • Popular Village Location, Conveniently Located for Market Towns of Dereham, Swaffham, and Watton
  • Short Walk To Bradenham Village Green

Description

Situated in the popular Norfolk village of Bradenham, Rosecroft is an attractive, modernised three-bedroom home set within approximately 2.5 acres (STMS). Offering generous accommodation, versatile outbuildings and private grounds, the property presents an appealing opportunity for those seeking a village lifestyle with space and future potential.

The accommodation includes two reception rooms, three double bedrooms, an en-suite principal bedroom and a shared bathroom serving the two remaining bedrooms. A separate sitting room provides a comfortable space to relax, while the family/dining room offers an inviting setting for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen, utility room and additional WC provide further practicality, with the home having been modernised throughout.

There is also potential to extend the existing accommodation or explore a loft conversion, subject to the necessary planning permissions and building regulations, offering flexibility as requirements change.

A particular feature of Rosecroft is its substantial double garage with adjoining storage rooms, providing versatile space for vehicles, hobbies, workshops or general storage. These buildings may also offer potential for conversion into an annexe or ancillary accommodation, subject to the necessary consents, making them particularly appealing for those seeking additional living or working space.

The impressive grounds provide privacy and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors, including a private woodland walk. Whether for gardening, recreation or simply relaxing in the natural surroundings, the setting offers considerable scope to make the most of the land. The bungalow also benefits from an adjoining carport, with a door leading directly into the utility room, a practical feature the current owner has particularly appreciated when arriving home on rainy days.

Despite its generous plot, Rosecroft remains conveniently positioned within Bradenham, with the village green just a short walk away. The nearby market towns of Dereham, Watton and Swaffham provide a wider range of shops, services and everyday amenities.

Combining modernised accommodation, substantial outbuildings and extensive grounds, Rosecroft offers a versatile home with exciting potential for future enhancement, all within an established Norfolk village setting.

BRADENHAM

Bradenham is a charming Norfolk village centred around an attractive village green, complete with a children’s play area and an active cricket club. The village is also home to a bowls club, football club and village hall, creating a welcoming community atmosphere for residents of all ages.

Surrounded by picturesque countryside, Bradenham lies close to the sources of two Norfolk rivers. The River Yare rises near Shipdham and flows eastwards, while the River Wissey flows westwards through Bradenham towards the Fens.

Approximately six miles away, in the heart of Norfolk, Dereham is a traditional market town with an appealing mix of Georgian architecture, historic buildings and more recent developments.

The town’s history dates back to AD 654, when St Withburga is said to have founded a religious settlement. Today, its twice-weekly markets, held on Tuesdays and Fridays, together with independent shops, cafés and free public parking, make Dereham an inviting place to explore.

Among its historic attractions are the Mid-Norfolk Railway, offering heritage train journeys between Dereham and Wymondham, the Grade II listed Dereham Windmill and Bishop Bonner’s Cottage, dating back to 1502 and believed to be the oldest surviving building in the town.

With local schools, leisure facilities, a golf course and convenient access to Norwich and the North Norfolk coast, Dereham and its surrounding villages offer an appealing balance of countryside living and everyday convenience.

SERVICES CONNECTED
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Heating via LPG.

COUNCIL TAX
Band D.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY RATING
E. Ref:- 0319-3064-4203-0226-2200
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TENURE
Freehold.

LOCATION
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EPC Rating: E

Parking - Car port

Parking - Garage

Parking - Driveway

Parking - EV charging

Disclaimer

These particulars are provided as a guide only and do not form part of any offer or contract. Sowerbys and its representatives have no authority to make or give representations or warranties. All descriptions, measurements, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact. Buyers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the information through inspection or professional advice. Services, appliances and equipment have not been tested and no warranty can be given as to their condition. Planning permissions, building regulations and other consents should be verified by the buyer’s legal adviser. In accordance with Anti-Money Laundering regulations, proceeding buyers must complete a digital ID check through our compliance partner. A charge of £48 including VAT per sale or purchase applies. Leasehold buyers should confirm ground rent, service charges and lease details with their legal adviser.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
D
Date Posted
2026-11-02

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,120 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£240,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £393,201 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
45 E
59 D

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed Property
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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
Garage, Covered Parking, Driveway, EV Charger
Garden
Front Garden, Rear 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

80 Mbps

Superfast

Suitable for

  • HD streaming
  • Video calls
  • Web & social

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Limited NoneThree Good LimitedVodafone Good None

Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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

  • Necton VA Primary School2.7 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    198
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy2.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    229
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Ashill Voluntary Controlled Primary School3.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    109
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Scarning Voluntary Controlled Primary School4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    415
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
  • Parker's Church of England Primary Academy4.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    93
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Northgate High School5.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,203
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Wayland Academy5.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    564
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Dereham Neatherd High School5.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,079
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Litcham School5.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 16
    Pupils
    727
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Nicholas Hamond Academy6.4 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    710
    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

Asda Necton Express Petrol, Necton3 miles
Co-op Toftwood Foodstore, Dereham4.4 miles
Co-op Riverside Foodstore, Dereham4.8 miles

GP surgery

Shipdham Surgery2.4 miles

Pharmacy

Wellbeing Pharmacy4.5 miles

Hospital

Dereham Hospital5.5 miles

Green space

Playing Field194 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

Attleborough Rail Station12 miles

Nearest bus stop

green432 metres

Typical drive times

Watton13 min · 7.3 miles
Dereham10 min · 6.6 miles
Hingham14 min · 8.6 miles
Swaffham12 min · 7.5 miles
Norwich (city)35 min · 23 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

Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.

Rivers and the sea

High risk

Not at the pin: mapped about 40 metres away.

Planning map: Flood Zone 3, about 50 metres away.

Surface water

Medium to low risk (1 in 100 to 1 in 1000)

Not at the pin: mapped about 30 metres away.

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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