NR22 6BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Common Place, 0.2km from Little Walsingham in Little Walsingham. Administratively it sits within Walsingham ward and the Broadland constituency.
For renters and young professionals, NR22 6BW offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 47% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £317k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR22 6BW are sourced from Output Area E00136190 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COMMON PLACE, NR22 6BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMMON PLACE, NR22 6BW.
254
52
£ 39,400 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR22 6BW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
NR22 6BW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 38% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR22 6BW. The average age is 52.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 317,500
1 sales · Mean £ 317,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
NR22 6BW has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Walsingham CE VA Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- The Chocolate Deli0.1 km
- The Shrine Shop0.0 km
- Walsingham Village Stores0.2 km
- Ora et Labora0.1 km
- Walsingham Farms Shop0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Dowy House Retreat0.1 km
- Pilgrims Rest0.1 km
- Reeds Barn B&B0.9 km
- RC National Shrine0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Epiphany, Walsingham0.1 km
- The Tearoom By The Old Pump Read & Digest0.1 km
- The Shrine Refectory And Norton Room0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Bull Walsingham0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wells Next The Sea6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Walsingham (Wells & Walsingham Railway)0.2 km
- Walsingham (Wells & Walsingham Railway)0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: NR226BW · Data under Open Government Licence