NR17 1BH is a sought-after residential area on Fowlers Lane, 0.3km from Haverscroft Street in Attleborough. Administratively it sits within Attleborough Burgh & Haverscroft ward and the Mid Norfolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR17, NR17 1BH offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% 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 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NR17 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00134242 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FOWLERS LANE, NR17 1BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOWLERS LANE, NR17 1BH.
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£ 44,900 /yr
52%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NR17 1BH's low deprivation rank, 74% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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 NR17 1BH. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-08)
NR17 1BH has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rosecroft Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Dodds Road Stores Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Attleborough2.1 km
- Eccles Road4.0 km
- Spooner Row6.9 km
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Postcode Profile: NR171BH · Data under Open Government Licence