NR24 2BS is a safe, established residential area on Astley Terrace, 0.2km from Melton Constable in Melton Constable. Administratively it sits within Stody ward and the Broadland constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. 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 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 43% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NR24 2BS are sourced from Output Area E00135867 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASTLEY TERRACE, NR24 2BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASTLEY TERRACE, NR24 2BS.
281
46
£ 41,500 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
NR24 2BS is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR24 2BS. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 130,000
15 sales · Mean £ 128,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR24 2BS has low crime rates — 10 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
Astley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- H & P Norfolk Ltd0.1 km
- Mr M Rutland0.1 km
- Co-Op Foodstore0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Melton Spice0.2 km
- Wok King Food Delivery Service0.4 km
- Melton Pizza and Kebab0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bed & Breakfast0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Melton Constable Country Club0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheringham15.2 km
- Wells Next The Sea16.4 km
- West Runton16.7 km
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Postcode Profile: NR242BS · Data under Open Government Licence