NR4 6DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Tuckswood in Norwich. Administratively it sits within Lakenham ward and the Norwich South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, NR4 6DW is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 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 6DW are sourced from Output Area E00136370 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NR4 6DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR4 6DW.
254
38
£ 37,500 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR4 6DW 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
NR4 6DW has a significant social housing presence — 52% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 38-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR4 6DW. 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 6DW is moderate at 68 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
University Technical College Norfolk
Tuckswood Academy and Nursery
Edith Cavell Academy and Nursery
City of Norwich School, An Ormiston Academy
The Wherry School
Hewett Academy
Eaton Primary School
Harford Manor School, Norwich
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- South Harford & Tuckswood0.6 km
- Express Diner0.7 km
- University Technical College - Edwards & Blake0.3 km
- Elior UK @ Tesco Norwich Harford0.7 km
- Costa0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Ken's Fish Bar0.9 km
- Yuan Feng0.5 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Greggs0.8 km
- Natural Health Pharmacy0.5 km
- Sandy Lane Stores1.0 km
- B\&M0.1 km
- Norfolk Rum0.1 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Shoemakers0.9 km
- Marsh Harrier Public House0.5 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op Foodstore0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.7 km
- Asda0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich3.4 km
- Brundall Gardens9.6 km
- Brundall Station10.8 km
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Postcode Profile: NR46DW · Data under Open Government Licence