The parish of Hempstead is 2.7 miles south-southeast of Holt in Norfolk, and has a total population of just 177 people as at the 2011 census.  The entire parish occupies 720 hectares (2.78 square miles).

​The parish is part of the Gresham ward of North Norfolk District Council, and the Melton Constable county division.  The District Councillor and County Councillor is Mr  Callum Ringer 

​The Hempstead Parish Council consists of 7 elected representatives who look after the general running of the parish.  They meet six times per year to discuss issues and address any concerns parishioners may raise.

​This website aims to provide a snapshot of life in Hempstead, as well as keeping the public up to date on the activities of the Parish Council.  Click on the links to the left to find out more about each of the villages.

​If you have any feedback or comments regarding the website, please feel free to email the Parish Council at clerk@hempstead-pc.gov.uk.

​Find out more about the village of Hempstead at http://www.hempstead-norfolk.co.uk