Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

BRIAR CLOSE, NR20 3BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIAR CLOSE, NR20 3BG.

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

288

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 41,300 /yr

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Employed

35%

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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

NR20 3BG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

NR20 3BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Briar Close, 1.2km from Etling Green in Dereham. Administratively it sits within Dereham Neatherd ward and the Mid Norfolk constituency.

For families considering a move, NR20 3BG represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k.

Census 2021 statistics for NR20 3BG are sourced from Output Area E00187982 (shared with 11 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 NR20 3BG. The average age is 54.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 21%
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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 255,000

2 sales · Mean £ 255,000

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

NR20 3BG has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13
Criminal damage and arson6
Other crime2
Possession of weapons2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Dereham Neatherd High School

Good1165 pupils0.5 km
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King's Park Infant School, Dereham

Good76 pupils1.4 km
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Northgate High School

Good1115 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Coachmakers Arms0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Sunflower House Takeaway0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dereham Market Place1.3 km
  • Wymondham16.6 km
  • Spooner Row18.2 km