NR27 0BF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Roughton Road, 0.5km from Meadow, The in Cromer. Administratively it sits within Suffield Park ward and the North Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, NR27 0BF represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 61 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NR27 0BF are sourced from Output Area E00169870 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ROUGHTON ROAD, NR27 0BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROUGHTON ROAD, NR27 0BF.
214
61
£ 35,600 /yr
28%
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
NR27 0BF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 61, 59% 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 NR27 0BF. The average age is 60.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Flat
£ 150,000
6 sales · Mean £ 130,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR27 0BF has low crime rates — 20 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
Cromer Academy
Cromer Junior School
Suffield Park Infant and Nursery School, Cromer
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
15 nearby- Thornybank B&B1.0 km
- Albury House0.9 km
- Beachcomber Guest House1.0 km
- Knoll Guest House0.9 km
- The Cliftonville1.0 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
27 nearby- Homebase0.9 km
- The Original Factory Shop0.8 km
- Amy's Sweet Shop0.7 km
- Beast to Block0.6 km
- Bond Street Bakery0.6 km
- + 22 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-operative Food0.8 km
- Lidl Great Britain Limited0.9 km
- WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.8 km
- WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited - Morrisons Garage0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Beatniks of Cromer0.6 km
- Coast Kebab0.8 km
- Cromer Kebab0.7 km
- Cromer Pizza House0.8 km
- The Bucket List0.7 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- White Horse Inn0.7 km
- Cromer Social Club0.5 km
- Red Lion Hotel0.7 km
- The Albion0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Amazona Zoo0.5 km
- Hatters Tea Shop0.7 km
- Le Moon Chinese Restaurant0.8 km
- Masala Twist0.7 km
- Sunday Family Lunches0.5 km
- + 35 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cromer0.8 km
- Roughton Road0.8 km
- West Runton3.9 km
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Postcode Profile: NR270BF · Data under Open Government Licence