Is NR12 0AL a safe place to live?

Yes, NR12 0AL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 25 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NR12 0AL?

The average property price in NR12 0AL is currently around £297k.

What is the population of NR12 0AL?

The population for the NR12 0AL area is approximately 389 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Norfolk, East of England

BEACH ROAD, NR12 0AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEACH ROAD, NR12 0AL.

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Population

389

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 35,800 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR12 0AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10

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6/10

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1/10

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4/10

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5/10

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3/10

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1/10

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6/10

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7/10

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Area Character

NR12 0AL is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 39.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR12 0AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Beach Road, 0.1km from Sea Palling in Sea Palling. Administratively it sits within Happisburgh ward and the North Norfolk constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 50 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £297k, up 39.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NR12 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00136215 (shared with 23 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 NR12 0AL. The average age is 50.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 260,000

10 sales · Mean £ 255,800

Semi-Detached

£ 400,000

1 sales · Mean £ 400,000

Flat

£ 105,000

1 sales · Mean £ 105,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

NR12 0AL has low crime rates — 25 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.

Violence and sexual offences6

Anti-social behaviour1

Criminal damage and arson1

Other theft1

Public order1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Sea Palling Post Office & Stores0.0 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Reefs Bar0.0 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Beach Rock Bistro0.0 km
Sandy Hills Snack Bar & Amusements0.0 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Beach Rock Fish & Chip Shop0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Worstead13.3 km
North Walsham14.9 km
Hoveton & Wroxham15.3 km