Is NR22 6BD a safe place to live?

Yes, NR22 6BD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 10 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of NR22 6BD?

The population for the NR22 6BD area is approximately 185 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Norfolk, East of England

NR22 6BD House Prices & Local Information

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

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

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Population

185

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 39,400 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR22 6BD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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6/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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8/10

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1/10

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4/10

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3/10

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Area Character

NR22 6BD is an established family neighbourhood — 51% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

NR22 6BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.2km from Egmere in North Norfolk. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Walsingham ward and the Broadland constituency.

NR22 6BD is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 49 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR22 6BD are sourced from Output Area E00136191 (shared with 21 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 6BD. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%

Asian / British Asian0.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 1%

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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 2026-02)

NR22 6BD has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

The Control Tower B&B0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Wells Next The Sea4.9 km