NR34 0BS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Beccles Road, 0.5km from Wheatacre in South Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Thurlton ward and the South Norfolk constituency.
For families considering a move, NR34 0BS represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £167k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for NR34 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00137052 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BECCLES ROAD, NR34 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BECCLES ROAD, NR34 0BS.
128
48
£ 45,200 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates NR34 0BS — age 48, 82% ownership, 8% 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 NR34 0BS. The average age is 48.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 210,000
1 sales · Mean £ 210,000
Detached
£ 125,000
1 sales · Mean £ 125,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
NR34 0BS has low crime rates — 7 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Wheatacre White Lion0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Somerleyton3.3 km
- Beccles4.9 km
- Haddiscoe5.0 km
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Postcode Profile: NR340BS · Data under Open Government Licence