NR23 1BZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Mill Road in Wells-next-the-Sea. Administratively it sits within Wells with Holkham ward and the North Norfolk constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in NR23, NR23 1BZ offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £400k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR23 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00136079 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILL ROAD, NR23 1BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL ROAD, NR23 1BZ.
279
54
£ 41,100 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
NR23 1BZ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 70% 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 NR23 1BZ. The average age is 53.7. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 400,000
1 sales · Mean £ 400,000
Semi-Detached
£ 336,000
1 sales · Mean £ 336,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR23 1BZ has low crime rates — 17 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
Alderman Peel High School
Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Coastal Community Supermarket0.4 km
- Country Garden0.6 km
- Fen Spirits Larder0.5 km
- John's Rockshop0.6 km
- Leftleys Costcutter0.6 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
15 nearby- Admiral House B&B0.4 km
- Anchorage B&B0.4 km
- B & B 12 Mill Road0.5 km
- Crown Hotel0.6 km
- Machrimore B&B0.8 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Ollies Restaurant0.6 km
- The Golden Fleece0.6 km
- Bowling Green Inn0.9 km
- The Globe0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Ground By Bringing The Outside In0.6 km
- Mrs B's Tearoom0.6 km
- Quayside Amusements0.6 km
- Sands Restaurant0.6 km
- Swirl0.7 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Plattens Fish & Chips Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wells Next The Sea0.6 km
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Postcode Profile: NR231BZ · Data under Open Government Licence