Is NR12 0DY a safe place to live?

Yes, NR12 0DY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR12 0DY?

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

Postcode Analysis North Norfolk, East of England

CHURCH ROAD, NR12 0DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH ROAD, NR12 0DY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-08 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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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 0DY 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 0DY 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 mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

NR12 0DY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Church Road, 0.2km from Waxham 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR12 0DY 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 0DY. 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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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)

NR12 0DY has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Dunes Cafe Waxham Barn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Worstead14.4 km
Hoveton & Wroxham15.8 km
North Walsham16.3 km