Is NR16 1AN a safe place to live?

Yes, NR16 1AN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR16 1AN?

The population for the NR16 1AN area is approximately 281 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

NR16 1AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR16 1AN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

281

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,000 /yr

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Employed

47%

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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9/10

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1/10

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6/10

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5/10

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6/10

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1/10

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7/10

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7/10

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Area Character

NR16 1AN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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

NR16 1AN is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Wreningham in South Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. 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. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR16 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00136929 (shared with 11 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 NR16 1AN. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%

Asian / British Asian1.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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

NR16 1AN has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson3

Violence and sexual offences3

Public order1

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

Wreningham VC Primary School

Outstanding109 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Candle & Cake Ltd0.8 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Bird In Hand0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wymondham5.1 km
Spooner Row6.5 km
Attleborough11.2 km