Postcode Analysis South Norfolk, East of England

DAMGATE STREET, NR18 0BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DAMGATE STREET, NR18 0BQ.

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Population

210

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 41,000 /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: NR18 0BQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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2/10
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2/10
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8/10
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4/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 51, NR18 0BQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

NR18 0BQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Damgate Street, 0.1km from Market Street in Wymondham (South Norfolk). Administratively it sits within Central Wymondham ward and the Mid Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, NR18 0BQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £272k.

Census 2021 statistics for NR18 0BQ are sourced from Output Area E00136677 (shared with 10 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 NR18 0BQ. 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

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 323,550

4 sales · Mean £ 389,275

Semi-Detached

£ 163,000

3 sales · Mean £ 166,166

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

NR18 0BQ has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences38
Anti-social behaviour21
Shoplifting14
Public order13
Criminal damage and arson12

school Local Schools

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Browick Road Primary and Nursery School

Outstanding258 pupils0.5 km
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Wymondham High Academy

Good1682 pupils0.9 km
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Robert Kett Primary School

Requires Improvement621 pupils1.1 km
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Ashleigh Primary School and Nursery, Wymondham

Outstanding487 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Mervs Hot Bread Kitchen0.1 km
  • One Stop At Town Green, Wymondham0.4 km
  • The Original Factory Shop0.6 km
  • Yum Yums0.4 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Cross Keys0.2 km
  • Rothbury Community Hall0.6 km
  • The Feathers0.4 km
  • The Green Dragon0.1 km
  • Wymondham Dell Bowls Club0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Ayton House Ltd0.6 km
  • Dish Meal Prep0.8 km
  • Sathudee Thai Restaurant0.1 km
  • The Coffee Shop0.1 km
  • The Hideout0.3 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Ahmed Spice0.4 km
  • Babas Burgers & Pizzas0.4 km
  • Big Fry Fish And Chips0.1 km
  • Chips Away0.2 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wymondham0.7 km
  • Spooner Row4.2 km
  • Attleborough8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Wymondham Abbey (Mid Norfolk Railway)0.4 km
  • Wymondham Abbey (Mid Norfolk Railway)0.4 km