IP25 6BD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Merton Road, 1.0km from Neaton in Watton. Administratively it sits within Watton ward and the Mid Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, IP25 6BD represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 55) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.
Census 2021 statistics for IP25 6BD are sourced from Output Area E00134604 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MERTON ROAD, IP25 6BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERTON ROAD, IP25 6BD.
252
55
£ 42,300 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: IP25 6BD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
IP25 6BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for IP25 6BD. The average age is 55.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 136,500
8 sales · Mean £ 137,562
Detached
£ 260,000
5 sales · Mean £ 278,400
Semi-Detached
£ 255,000
2 sales · Mean £ 255,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
IP25 6BD has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wayland Academy
Watton Westfield Infant and Nursery School
Watton Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- The Norfolk Gift Company Ltd0.3 km
- Transylvania0.4 km
- Watton Bakery0.3 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
- M Brooks Butchers0.3 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Crown Hotel0.3 km
- The Crown0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Cafe Contrast0.4 km
- Pizza Plus0.4 km
- Shou Coffee0.4 km
- Watton Christian Community Centre0.4 km
- The T Bar0.6 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Chopsticks0.5 km
- Great China0.3 km
- Little Gary's Plaice Ltd0.3 km
- Express Fish Bar0.5 km
- Atlantis Fish Bar0.3 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The King's Arms0.3 km
- Gold Leaf Catering0.8 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Labas0.3 km
- Labas Shop Ltd0.3 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- The Factory Shop0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Harling Road13.9 km
- Attleborough14.6 km
- Eccles Road14.6 km
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Postcode Profile: IP256BD · Data under Open Government Licence