Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

THE FIELDS, NR16 1DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE FIELDS, NR16 1DG.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

434

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 46,000 /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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7/10
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10/10
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1/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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1/10
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8/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NR16 1DG spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £420k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 21.0% year-on-year.

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

NR16 1DG is a safe, established residential area on The Fields, 0.3km from Tacolneston in Tacolneston. Administratively it sits within Forncett ward and the South Norfolk constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR16, NR16 1DG offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 80% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £420k, up 21.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NR16 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00136812 (shared with 18 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 1DG. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean2.1%
Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 345,000

10 sales · Mean £ 364,600

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NR16 1DG has low crime rates — 10 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.

Violence and sexual offences7
Other theft3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Tacolneston Church of England Primary Academy

Good1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Jolly Farmers0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Chopstick House0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Spooner Row5.6 km
  • Wymondham7.1 km
  • Attleborough8.8 km