Postcode Analysis Broadland, East of England

FORSTER WAY, NR11 6BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORSTER WAY, NR11 6BE.

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Population

238

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 41,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NR11 6BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

NR11 6BE is a settled retirement community — average age 57, 88% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £349k reflects the demand.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR11 6BE is a sought-after residential area on Forster Way, 0.6km from Aylsham in Aylsham. Administratively it sits within Aylsham ward and the Broadland constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR11, NR11 6BE offers a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. An established, mature community with an average age of 57 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £349k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for NR11 6BE are sourced from Output Area E00134675 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR11 6BE. The average age is 57.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 325,000

5 sales · Mean £ 292,400

Detached

£ 397,501

1 sales · Mean £ 397,501

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NR11 6BE has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences12
Shoplifting10
Criminal damage and arson8
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Aylsham High School

Good1099 pupils0.4 km
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Bure Valley School

Good256 pupils0.8 km
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John of Gaunt Infant and Nursery School

Requires Improvement219 pupils0.8 km
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St Michael's Church of England VA Primary and Nursery School

Requires Improvement166 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Aylsham Country Market0.6 km
  • Bon Bons0.6 km
  • Carousel Chocolates0.5 km
  • G F White Traditional Butchers Ltd0.5 km
  • S & M Brett Greengrocer0.5 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Tinsmiths House0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Black Boys Public House0.6 km
  • The Feathers Public House0.9 km
  • Unicorn Public House0.6 km
  • Aylsham Ex Service & Social C0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Bread Source0.6 km
  • Gate Of India Restaurant0.6 km
  • Hodson & Co By Appointment Only0.6 km
  • Stamp0.6 km
  • The Old Tea Rooms0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • BP Aylsham SF Connect0.3 km
  • The Co-Operative Group0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Gottersons Fish Bar0.7 km
  • The Proper Pizza Co0.6 km
  • Eastern Sea Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
  • Best Kebab And Pizza House0.7 km
  • Kings Of Aylsham0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • North Walsham8.9 km
  • Worstead9.9 km
  • Gunton10.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Aylsham (Bure Valley Railway)0.3 km
  • Aylsham (Bure Valley Railway)0.3 km