Is NR22 6AL a safe place to live?

Yes, NR22 6AL is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR22 6AL?

The population for the NR22 6AL area is approximately 231 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Norfolk, East of England

NR22 6AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR22 6AL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

231

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 39,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NR22 6AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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7/10

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5/10

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5/10

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3/10

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1/10

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3/10

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8/10

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Area Character

NR22 6AL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 43% 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 · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR22 6AL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Houghton St Giles in North Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Walsingham ward and the Broadland constituency.

For renters and young professionals, NR22 6AL offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR22 6AL are sourced from Output Area E00136185 (shared with 29 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 NR22 6AL. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

NR22 6AL has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary1

Other theft1

Public order1

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Shrine Tea Room0.0 km

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Train Stations

Wells Next The Sea8.0 km