Is NR15 1AX a safe place to live?

Yes, NR15 1AX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR15 1AX?

The population for the NR15 1AX area is approximately 468 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

GRAVEL PIT LANE, NR15 1AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAVEL PIT LANE, NR15 1AX.

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

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Population

468

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR15 1AX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income 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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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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8/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates NR15 1AX — age 48, 82% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

NR15 1AX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Gravel Pit Lane, 1.5km from The Lings in South Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Brooke ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR15 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00136697 (shared with 22 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 NR15 1AX. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.8%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.2%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 33%

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 2025-08)

NR15 1AX has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Hillside Farm0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Buckenham7.2 km
Cantley8.0 km
Brundall Station8.5 km