NR28 0BZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Beech Drive, 0.6km from North Walsham in North Walsham. Administratively it sits within North Walsham West ward and the North Norfolk constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 66 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for NR28 0BZ are sourced from Output Area E00136039 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEECH DRIVE, NR28 0BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEECH DRIVE, NR28 0BZ.
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66
£ 0 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR28 0BZ 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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 74% owner-occupation and an average age of 66, NR28 0BZ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR28 0BZ. The average age is 65.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR28 0BZ has low crime rates — 43 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
Millfield Primary School
North Walsham Infant School
North Walsham Junior School
North Walsham High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Happisburgh Road Stores1.0 km
- McColls0.6 km
- Papworth Farms0.5 km
- QD Stores0.5 km
- The Dutch Oven (Christophers)0.6 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Beechwood Hotel0.1 km
- Chimneys Bed & Breakfast0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Black Swan0.6 km
- Club KA0.5 km
- Hop Inn0.4 km
- Kings Arms Hotel0.5 km
- Market Tavern0.4 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Al Haqqs0.3 km
- Chubby Panda0.4 km
- Coffeesmiths0.5 km
- Jade Garden0.6 km
- Labone Indian Cuisine0.3 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Lidl Great Britain Limited0.7 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
- Sainsburys0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- 7 & Eleven0.4 km
- Charcoal Grill0.3 km
- Great Wall0.5 km
- Lam's Fish & Chips0.6 km
- North Kebab House0.4 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- North Walsham0.8 km
- Gunton5.2 km
- Worstead5.4 km
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Postcode Profile: NR280BZ · Data under Open Government Licence