NR24 2DN is a safe, established residential area on Fakenham Road, 0.1km from Melton Constable in Briston. Administratively it sits within Briston ward and the North Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, NR24 2DN represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
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 £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for NR24 2DN are sourced from Output Area E00135874 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FAKENHAM ROAD, NR24 2DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAKENHAM ROAD, NR24 2DN.
389
44
£ 41,500 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR24 2DN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NR24 2DN — age 44, 73% ownership, 25% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 NR24 2DN. The average age is 44.3. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 300,000
1 sales · Mean £ 300,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR24 2DN has low crime rates — 17 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 Ltd0.4 km
- Mr M Rutland0.3 km
- Co-Op Foodstore0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Melton Spice0.1 km
- Wok King Food Delivery Service0.0 km
- Melton Pizza and Kebab0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bed & Breakfast0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Melton Constable Country Club0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sheringham14.8 km
- West Runton16.4 km
- Wells Next The Sea16.7 km
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Postcode Profile: NR242DN · Data under Open Government Licence