NR16 1AS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Folgate, 0.3km from Wreningham in Wreningham. Administratively it sits within Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross ward and the South Norfolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR16, NR16 1AS offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £400k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR16 1AS are sourced from Output Area E00136928 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FOLGATE, NR16 1AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOLGATE, NR16 1AS.
303
51
£ 50,000 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR16 1AS 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.
Area Character
NR16 1AS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 92% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR16 1AS. The average age is 51.2. 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
£ 326,500
2 sales · Mean £ 326,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NR16 1AS 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.
school Local Schools
Wreningham VC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Candle & Cake Ltd0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Bird In Hand1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wymondham5.0 km
- Spooner Row6.3 km
- Attleborough11.0 km
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Postcode Profile: NR161AS · Data under Open Government Licence