NR16 1BB is a safe, established residential area on Hethel Road, 0.5km from Wreningham in South Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross ward and the South Norfolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR16, NR16 1BB offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £480k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR16 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00136929 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HETHEL ROAD, NR16 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HETHEL ROAD, NR16 1BB.
281
44
£ 50,000 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
NR16 1BB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £480k, 77% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR16 1BB. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 480,000
1 sales · Mean £ 480,000
Semi-Detached
£ 275,000
1 sales · Mean £ 275,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NR16 1BB has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wreningham VC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Old Thorn Barn0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Bird In Hand0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wymondham5.0 km
- Spooner Row6.8 km
- Attleborough11.6 km
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Postcode Profile: NR161BB · Data under Open Government Licence