Is NR12 0DL a safe place to live?

Yes, NR12 0DL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR12 0DL?

The population for the NR12 0DL area is approximately 230 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Norfolk, East of England

STAR HILL, NR12 0DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STAR HILL, NR12 0DL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-07 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

230

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 35,800 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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6/10

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4/10

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6/10

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1/10

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8/10

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6/10

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Area Character

NR12 0DL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 80% 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.

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

NR12 0DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Star Hill, 0.3km from Lessingham in North Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Happisburgh ward and the North Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, NR12 0DL represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 52) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR12 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00136213 (shared with 26 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 0DL. The average age is 51.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%

Asian / British Asian2.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

NR12 0DL has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

The Star Inn0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Worstead9.8 km
North Walsham11.0 km
Hoveton & Wroxham13.1 km