NR12 0AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Heath Road, 0.4km from Hickling Heath in North Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Hickling ward and the North Norfolk constituency.
For serious buyers, NR12 0AU is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents here average 55 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 91% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £840k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR12 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00136198 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEATH ROAD, NR12 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEATH ROAD, NR12 0AU.
348
55
£ 40,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NR12 0AU is a settled retirement community — average age 55, 91% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £840k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR12 0AU. The average age is 55.1. 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
Detached
£ 840,000
1 sales · Mean £ 840,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
NR12 0AU has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hickling CofE VC Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Norman Farming Partnership0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Meadow Farm Holidays0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Greyhound Inn1.0 km
- Pleasure Boat Inn0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Galley0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hoveton & Wroxham10.9 km
- Worstead11.0 km
- Acle12.7 km
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Postcode Profile: NR120AU · Data under Open Government Licence