NR4 6AJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.7km from Tuckswood in Norwich. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Lakenham ward and the Norwich South constituency.
The people who live in NR4 6AJ are typical of a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for NR4 6AJ are sourced from Output Area E00136370 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NR4 6AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR4 6AJ.
254
38
£ 37,500 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR4 6AJ 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
Social renting makes up 52% of tenure in NR4 6AJ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR4 6AJ. The average age is 37.9. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around NR4 6AJ is moderate at 50 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
University Technical College Norfolk
Tuckswood Academy and Nursery
Eaton Primary School
City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy
Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Natural Health Pharmacy0.5 km
- B\&M0.4 km
- Norfolk Rum0.2 km
- The Range0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Express Diner0.9 km
- University Technical College - Edwards & Blake0.1 km
- Elior UK @ Tesco Norwich Harford0.5 km
- South Harford & Tuckswood0.8 km
- Costa0.5 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op Foodstore1.0 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Asda0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Yuan Feng0.5 km
- Ken's Fish Bar1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Marsh Harrier Public House0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich3.6 km
- Brundall Gardens9.8 km
- Brundall Station11.1 km
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Postcode Profile: NR46AJ · Data under Open Government Licence