Postcode Analysis Norwich, East of England

CLARE CLOSE, NR3 1EL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLARE CLOSE, NR3 1EL.

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Population

229

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 41,100 /yr

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Employed

72%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NR3 1EL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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1/10
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9/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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Area Character

NR3 1EL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 38, 46% 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. Property prices are trending up 8.2% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR3 1EL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Clare Close, 0.2km from Catton, New in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Sewell ward and the Norwich North constituency.

For renters and young professionals, NR3 1EL offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 43% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. Employment levels are high (51% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £132k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 8.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for NR3 1EL are sourced from Output Area E00136516 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR3 1EL. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%
Asian / British Asian2.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

72%Active
FT: 51%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 122,000

4 sales · Mean £ 124,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NR3 1EL has low crime rates — 37 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.

Violence and sexual offences115
Anti-social behaviour40
Criminal damage and arson39
Shoplifting30
Public order21

school Local Schools

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Angel Road Junior School

Requires Improvement277 pupils0.3 km
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Angel Road Infant School

Requires Improvement249 pupils0.3 km
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Sewell Park Academy

Good651 pupils0.4 km
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George White Junior School

Good311 pupils0.6 km
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Magdalen Gates Primary School and Nursery

Good202 pupils0.6 km
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St. Clements Hill Primary Academy

Requires Improvement137 pupils0.7 km
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Mousehold Infant & Nursery School

Outstanding240 pupils0.9 km
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Jane Austen College

Good1055 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

47 nearby
  • Angel Stores0.3 km
  • Spar Foodstore0.6 km
  • Waterloo Food And Wine Convenience Store0.4 km
  • Foodbycpc0.8 km
  • M \& M Convenience Store0.8 km
  • + 42 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Aylwyne House0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • The Catherine Wheel0.7 km
  • The Fat Cat Brewery Tap0.2 km
  • The Leopard Public House0.7 km
  • The Rosebery0.0 km
  • Norwich Social Club0.8 km
  • + 13 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • Food Nest0.6 km
  • John Boag House Canteen - OCS0.7 km
  • Essence Of Indulgence0.7 km
  • Expresso Cafe0.4 km
  • Kofra0.3 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Home Bargains1.0 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Tesco Express0.4 km
  • Co-op Foodstore0.9 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

21 nearby
  • Bombay Spice0.7 km
  • Canaries Kebab And Pizza0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • China Star0.4 km
  • Star Fish Bar0.7 km
  • + 16 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwich2.0 km
  • Salhouse7.3 km
  • Brundall Gardens8.6 km