Postcode Analysis Norwich, East of England

ROBIN HOOD ROAD, NR4 6BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROBIN HOOD ROAD, NR4 6BS.

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Population

324

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 37,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: NR4 6BS 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.

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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

With 47% social renting, NR4 6BS is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 15.2% year-on-year.

home £253,050 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR4 6BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Robin Hood Road, 0.2km from Tuckswood in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Lakenham ward and the Norwich South constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, NR4 6BS is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 47% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £253k, up 15.2% year-on-year. 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 6BS are sourced from Output Area E00136363 (shared with 3 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 NR4 6BS. The average age is 35.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.8%
Asian / British Asian5.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 215,000

8 sales · Mean £ 220,000

Terraced

£ 215,000

3 sales · Mean £ 224,233

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

Crime around NR4 6BS is moderate at 53 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 offences87
Anti-social behaviour30
Shoplifting15
Criminal damage and arson15
Public order14

school Local Schools

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Tuckswood Academy and Nursery

Requires Improvement290 pupils0.3 km
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Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery

Good221 pupils0.8 km
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The Wherry School

Good106 pupils0.9 km
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Hewett Academy

Good289 pupils0.9 km
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University Technical College Norfolk

Good385 pupils0.9 km
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Harford Manor School, Norwich

Outstanding99 pupils0.9 km
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City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy

Good1751 pupils1.0 km
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Lakenham Primary School

Requires Improvement402 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • BP Norwich South0.7 km
  • Homebase0.6 km
  • B\&M0.7 km
  • Greggs0.2 km
  • Natural Health Pharmacy0.5 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Goals Soccer Centre0.9 km
  • Express Diner0.2 km
  • McDonalds0.7 km
  • University Technical College - Edwards & Blake0.9 km
  • The Wherry School0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Asda0.2 km
  • Aldi0.6 km
  • Co-op Foodstore0.3 km
  • Home Bargains0.4 km
  • Food Warehouse0.4 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Oak Tree (88th Street, Value Mighty, Sin City Burger)0.6 km
  • The Shoemakers0.3 km
  • Marsh Harrier Public House1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • New Island0.8 km
  • Yuan Feng0.5 km
  • Ken's Fish Bar0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwich2.7 km
  • Brundall Gardens9.2 km
  • Salhouse10.5 km