NR22 6DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mount Pleasant, 0.3km from Great Walsingham in Little Walsingham. Administratively it sits within Walsingham ward and the Broadland constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NR22 6DE is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 37% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £143k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NR22 6DE are sourced from Output Area E00136192 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOUNT PLEASANT, NR22 6DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNT PLEASANT, NR22 6DE.
343
46
£ 39,400 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR22 6DE 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 37% social renting, NR22 6DE is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR22 6DE. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 160,000
7 sales · Mean £ 152,642
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR22 6DE has low crime rates — 11 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.
school Local Schools
Walsingham CE VA Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Ora et Labora0.8 km
- Walsingham Farms Shop0.5 km
- The Chocolate Deli0.5 km
- The Shrine Shop0.6 km
- Walsingham Village Stores0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- RC National Shrine0.8 km
- Dowy House Retreat0.7 km
- Pilgrims Rest0.7 km
- Reeds Barn B&B0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Bull Walsingham0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Shrine Refectory And Norton Room0.6 km
- Epiphany, Walsingham0.8 km
- The Tearoom By The Old Pump Read & Digest0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wells Next The Sea6.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NR226DE · Data under Open Government Licence