NR23 1AT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood within the NR23 district of North Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Wells with Holkham ward and the North Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, NR23 1AT represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 53 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NR23 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00136082 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NR23 1AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR23 1AT.
200
53
£ 41,100 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR23 1AT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. NR23 1AT spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. 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 NR23 1AT. The average age is 52.6. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR23 1AT has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School
Alderman Peel High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Operative Foodstore0.9 km
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Coastal Community Supermarket1.0 km
- Country Garden0.4 km
- Fen Spirits Larder0.1 km
- John's Rockshop0.2 km
- Leftleys Costcutter0.4 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
17 nearby- Admiral House B&B0.5 km
- Anchorage B&B0.2 km
- B & B 12 Mill Road0.4 km
- Crown Hotel0.6 km
- Machrimore B&B0.8 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Ollies Restaurant0.5 km
- The Golden Fleece0.2 km
- Bowling Green Inn0.9 km
- The Globe0.6 km
- Wells Sailing Club0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Ground By Bringing The Outside In0.3 km
- Mrs B's Tearoom0.3 km
- Quayside Amusements0.2 km
- Sands Restaurant0.2 km
- Swirl0.2 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Plattens Fish & Chips Ltd0.2 km
- Fortune House0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wells Next The Sea0.6 km
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Postcode Profile: NR231AT · Data under Open Government Licence