NR5 0AD is a sought-after residential area on Gunton Lane, 0.3km from New Costessey in Norwich. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within New Costessey ward and the Norwich South constituency.
This is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for NR5 0AD are sourced from Output Area E00136919 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GUNTON LANE, NR5 0AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GUNTON LANE, NR5 0AD.
273
51
£ 0 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: NR5 0AD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. NR5 0AD's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR5 0AD. The average age is 50.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
NR5 0AD has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Costessey Primary School
Ormiston Victory Academy
Valley Primary Academy
Clover Hill VA Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- New Wok0.5 km
- Barrons Fish And Chips0.4 km
- Bite Into0.5 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Easters Bakery Ltd0.9 km
- One Stop Stores Ltd0.7 km
- The Village Shop0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- East Of England Co-operative Society0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Crown0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwich5.7 km
- Salhouse11.0 km
- Wymondham12.5 km
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Postcode Profile: NR50AD · Data under Open Government Licence