Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Cromer, Norfolk

The present town of Cromer was originally called Shipden-juxta-Felbrigg and, to the north-east, was the village of Shipden-juxta-mere which is now under the sea. Thanks to the arrival of the railway in 1877, Cromer became a celebrated resort and welcomed illustrious visitors including the future King Edward VII, who played golf there. The Royal Cromer Golf Club still hosts the Prince of Wales Cup. In 1883, Clement Scott, a journalist, visited Cromer and named the stretch of coastline, 'Poppyland', referring to the numerous poppies which still grow along the country lanes.

Houses for sale in Cromer and its neighbouring coastal and inland villages are a mixture of styles and periods and include two-bedroom bungalows and cottages; Victorian, semi-detached townhouses; and 20th century, detached houses built in rural and semi-rural locations. Flats for sale in Cromer are in purpose-built apartment houses, converted commercial premises and in large, Victorian houses, often with superb views of the sea. For details of flats currently available and for all houses and cottages, please contact Cromer estate agents.

Amenities for property in Cromer

The streets of Cromer are little removed from how they looked in Victorian times with most of the great landmarks still in use. The town is famous for Cromer crab, which is the major source of income for the town's fishermen, who also man Cromer's two lifeboats. Cromer Pier, with its wonderful Pavilion Theatre, is extremely popular and the quality of the summer shows is exceptional. Cromer has long sandy 'Blue Flag' beaches, Edwardian promenades; landscaped, cliff-top gardens; and a boating lake, bowling green, and pitch and put. There are excellent restaurants, tea shops and cafés, and some of the finest fish 'n' chips in the country. For education, Cromer has a full complement of primary, junior and comprehensive schools.

Transport in Cromer

The railway station in Cromer offers a limited service to Norwich with a journey time of 45mins. Trains from Norwich provide services to stations in Ipswich, Colchester and London Liverpool Street as well as numerous other destinations. By road, the A149 joins the A140 heading south for Norwich and London.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Cromer, which is covered by postcode NR27, you may also wish to consider Sheringham, Holt, Fakenham, King's Lynn, Great Yarmouth, and Downham Market.