Is NR20 3BL a safe place to live?

Yes, NR20 3BL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 18 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in NR20 3BL?

The average property price in NR20 3BL is currently around £542k.

What is the population of NR20 3BL?

The population for the NR20 3BL area is approximately 288 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Breckland, East of England

NEATHERD MOOR, NR20 3BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEATHERD MOOR, NR20 3BL.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

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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

A sought-after, premium postcode. NR20 3BL's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £542k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £542k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 18.0% year-on-year.

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

NR20 3BL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Neatherd Moor, 1.4km from Dumpling Green in Dereham. Administratively it sits within Dereham Neatherd ward and the Mid Norfolk constituency.

For serious buyers, NR20 3BL is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 54) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 90% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £542k, up 18.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NR20 3BL 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 3BL. 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

£ 542,500

3 sales · Mean £ 517,500

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

NR20 3BL has low crime rates — 18 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 offences25

Anti-social behaviour7

Public order5

Criminal damage and arson4

Other crime3

school Local Schools

Dereham Neatherd High School

Good1165 pupils0.3 km

King's Park Infant School, Dereham

Good76 pupils1.2 km

Northgate High School

Good1115 pupils1.4 km

Dereham Church of England Infant & Nursery School

Good170 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Mid-Norfolk Railway Preservation Trust1.0 km
Strikes Bowl Multiplex1.0 km
Wellspring Family Centre1.0 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

One Stop Stores Ltd0.6 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Coachmakers Arms0.3 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Sunflower House Takeaway0.6 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Food Cabin1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Dereham Market Place1.2 km
Wymondham16.7 km
Spooner Row18.2 km