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Guide Price£80,000

Common Drove, Northwold

Land size
4 acres

Key Features

  • Guide Price: £80,000 - £100,000
  • Approx. 4 acres (stms) of level amenity land
  • Around 90 metres (stms) of direct river frontage
  • Peaceful countryside setting near the River Wissey
  • Ideal for fishing, kayaking, or riverside relaxation
  • Open grassland with natural features and wildlife interest
  • Suitable for leisure uses such as camping, walking, and birdwatching
  • No residential or commercial development permitted
  • Access to nearby villages and market towns (Methwold, Brandon, Downham Market)
  • Well located for Thetford Forest and Norfolk Fens outdoor activities

Description

Guide Price: £80,000 - £100,000. A peaceful 4-acre (stms) riverside parcel on the edge of the well-connected village of Northwold, offering the perfect rural escape with excellent amenity and recreational potential.

Location

Situated on the outskirts of the charming West Norfolk village of Northwold, this expansive parcel of land enjoys a peaceful rural setting surrounded by open countryside. The village itself offers a welcoming community atmosphere, with a local pub, primary school, and easy access to scenic walking routes along the River Wissey. Nearby towns such as Methwold, Brandon, and Downham Market provide a wider range of amenities, including supermarkets, shops, cafes, and rail links to Ely, Cambridge, and London. The location is also well placed for outdoor pursuits, with Thetford Forest and the Norfolk Fens within easy reach, making it an attractive base for those seeking a slice of countryside life with practical connections to surrounding towns and transport networks.

Land at Common Drove

Set across approximately 4 acres (stms), this land offers around 90 metres (stms) of direct river frontage, providing an ideal space for quiet fishing, small craft launching, or simply unwinding beside the water. The river’s edge blends seamlessly into the surrounding landscape, offering a calm, natural setting perfect for those looking to escape the pressures of everyday life.

The land is classified as amenity land and features a combination of open, grassy areas and natural features, making it well-suited for a wide range of leisure activities. Whether it’s camping under the stars, enjoying countryside walks, birdwatching, or simply sitting and taking in the peaceful environment, the space encourages outdoor enjoyment throughout the seasons.

Although there is no scope for residential or commercial development, making it an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking an accessible slice of nature with valuable river access. Whether as a private retreat, a place for weekend hobbies, or a long-term hold, the land offers a unique chance to enjoy rural simplicity and natural beauty.

Disclaimer

Minors and Brady (M&B) along with their representatives, are not authorised to provide assurances about the property, whether on their own behalf or on behalf of their client. We don’t take responsibility for any statements made in these particulars, which don’t constitute part of any offer or contract. To comply with AML regulations, £52 is charged to each buyer which covers the cost of the digital ID check. It’s recommended to verify leasehold charges provided by the seller through legal representation. All mentioned areas, measurements, and distances are approximate, and the information, including text, photographs, and plans, serves as guidance and may not cover all aspects comprehensively. It shouldn’t be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulations, or other consents. Services, equipment, and facilities haven’t been tested by M&B, and prospective purchasers are advised to verify the information to their satisfaction through inspection or other means.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
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Date Posted
2026-01-29

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 11 Amenity Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).

This Property£20,000 / acre
Amenity Land Average (1+ acres) £10,146 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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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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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

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

  • The Norman Church of England Primary School, Northwold303 metresOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    101
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Duchy of Lancaster Methwold CofE Primary School2.2 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    91
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Gooderstone Church of England Primary Academy3.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    56
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Mundford Church of England Primary Academy3.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    239
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • All Saints Academy3.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    97
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Iceni Secondary Academy1.7 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    555
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Breckland School7.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    615
    Type
    Free schools
  • The Nicholas Hamond Academy7.9 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    710
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Downham Market Academy9.3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,329
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Wayland Academy10 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    564
    Type
    Academy converter

* 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

Spar Feltwell, Feltwell4.8 miles
Budgens Weeting, Weeting5.3 miles
Aldi Brandon, Brandon, Suffolk6.7 miles

GP surgery

Boughton Surgery4.5 miles

Pharmacy

Boots6.8 miles

Hospital

Swaffham Community Hospital8.6 miles

Green space

Allotments Or Community Growing Spaces274 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

Brandon Rail Station6.5 miles

Nearest bus stop

Demand Responsive Transport Area148 metres

Typical drive times

Watton17 min · 11 miles
Brandon12 min · 8 miles
Swaffham16 min · 11 miles
Ely (city)35 min · 23 miles
Downham Market19 min · 12 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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