Is NR17 1DF a safe place to live?

Yes, NR17 1DF is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 2 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR17 1DF?

The population for the NR17 1DF area is approximately 481 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

GRISTON ROAD, NR17 1DF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRISTON ROAD, NR17 1DF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-10 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

481

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

48%

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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4/10

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7/10

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1/10

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9/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NR17 1DF spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR17 1DF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Griston Road, 0.4km from Northacre in Caston. Administratively it sits within Saham Toney ward and the Mid Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, NR17 1DF represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR17 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00134488 (shared with 14 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 NR17 1DF. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

NR17 1DF has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

Caston Church of England Primary Academy

Good76 pupils0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Attleborough10.6 km
Eccles Road10.7 km
Harling Road10.7 km